June 9, 2019 - SACRAMENTO — Governor Gavin Newsom yesterday issued the following statement regarding the death of CAL FIRE Captain Stacy Hamilton:

“On behalf of all Californians, Jennifer and I extend our condolences to Captain Stacy Hamilton’s family, friends and colleagues in this difficult time. It’s the work of brave firefighters like Stacy that keeps our communities safe and we are deeply grateful for his service.”

Captain Hamilton, of Shaver Lake, was killed in a vehicle accident this morning in Merced County.

Captain Hamilton began his career with CAL FIRE in 2006 and previously served in the United States Forest Service. He is survived by his wife, Katie, and two teenage sons, Ian and Logan.

In honor of Captain Hamilton, Capitol flags will be flown at half-staff.
Source: Office of the Governor

CAL FIRE

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of CAL FIRE Fire Captain Stacy Hamilton.

Captain Hamilton was killed in a vehicle accident in Merced County.

Please join us in keeping Stacy’s loved ones and fellow personnel in the CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit in our thoughts as we all mourn this tragic loss.
Source: CAL FIRE

Related: ABC 30 Fresno: CAL FIRE captain killed in Merced County crash