Washington: Flags flew at half-mast in New Jersey on Friday in the honour of an Indian-American emergency medical technician who was killed in the line of duty.
Hinal Patel died in the line of duty following a motor vehicle accident while responding to an emergency situation on July 25.
At the order of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who is also one of the Republican presidential candidate, flags flew at half-staff in the State on Friday in Ms Patel's honour.
"Hinal Patel's compassion for others and commitment to her community through providing care to those in need makes her a hero and a true role model for all New Jerseyans," Governor Christie said.
A resident of Piscataway and a graduate of both Piscataway High School and Rutgers University, Ms Patel completed her training in 2012 and served her community by providing emergency medical services on behalf of the Spotswood Emergency Medical Service and the North Stelton Volunteer Fire Company.
"It is with deep sadness that we mourn the loss of Hinal Patel, and extend our sincere sympathy to her family, friends, and fellow first responders," the Governor said.
"It is appropriate and fitting for the State of New Jersey to remember Hinal Patel, to mark her passing, and to honor her memory," Governor Christi said.
Hinal Patel died in the line of duty following a motor vehicle accident while responding to an emergency situation on July 25.
At the order of New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who is also one of the Republican presidential candidate, flags flew at half-staff in the State on Friday in Ms Patel's honour.
A resident of Piscataway and a graduate of both Piscataway High School and Rutgers University, Ms Patel completed her training in 2012 and served her community by providing emergency medical services on behalf of the Spotswood Emergency Medical Service and the North Stelton Volunteer Fire Company.
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"It is appropriate and fitting for the State of New Jersey to remember Hinal Patel, to mark her passing, and to honor her memory," Governor Christi said.
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