Longtime BSO firefighter dies after suffering medical emergency

Veteran Broward County firefighter dies due to medical emergency

BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. — Broward County first responders are mourning the loss of one of their own.

Stephen Lepselter, a longtime BSO employee, firefighter and paramedic, passed away Sunday morning.

Authorities said he suffered a medical emergency while on duty.

In a post on social media, Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony said Lepselter brought unmatched passion to his work.

He had been working for the county since 2007.

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