Hamilton Fire Chief struck by vehicle while on incident, passes away 74 years old.

HAMILTON, MICH. — The Hamilton Fire department announced the passing of Chief David Haverdink at the age of 74.

In a press release, the department said Chief Haverdink was struck by a vehicle while out on a medical incident on M-40 near 136th Ave. in Heath Township around 6:00 p.m. on December 23^rd.

Haverdink was transported from the scene to University of Michigan Health West in Wyoming, later succumbing to his injuries on December 25^th.

Haverdink was a 51-year veteran of the Hamilton Fire Department, with 40 of those serving as Chief. He also served 8 years as the Sheriff of Allegan County.

Allegan County Sheriff's Office

Family and the Hamilton Fire Department request peace, privacy, and prayer during this deeply troubling time.

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