Officials say North Texas Deputy Fire Chief Austin Cooley was tragically killed

Officials say North Texas Deputy Fire Chief Austin Cooley was tragically killed in a head-on crash while returning home from work as a police officer.

Those who served alongside him remember Austin as an exceptional leader, a dedicated public servant, and a man who devoted his life to protecting others. His loss is deeply felt by his department, his community, and all who knew him.
We lift up our prayers for his family, friends, and fellow first responders during this heartbreaking time. May they find strength, comfort, and peace as they mourn a life taken far too soon.