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April 29, 2025 11:17 AM •

Firefighter Scott Adams.
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MILTON, Ind. — A Milton-Washington Township volunteer firefighter died in the line of duty on April 25, the Milton-Washington Township Volunteer Fire Department announced.
Firefighter/EMT Scott Adams, 46, was remembered by the department for his passion for the fire service.
According to the United States Fire Administration, Adams responded to a motor vehicle accident before returning home. The following day, he was found unresponsive at his residence and pronounced dead at 12:49 p.m. The cause of death remains under investigation.
WCCO reported that Adams was transported from his home for an autopsy, though the results have not yet been released. His exact cause and manner of death remain under investigation, but authorities do not suspect foul play.
Bill Carey is the associate editor for FireRescue1.com and EMS1.com. A former Maryland volunteer firefighter, sergeant, and lieutenant, Bill has written for several fire service publications and platforms. His work on firefighter behavioral health garnered a 2014 Neal Award nomination. His ongoing research and writings about line-of-duty death data is frequently cited in articles, presentations, and trainings. Have a news tip? He can be reached at [email protected].