BLOG: Condolences shared following deadly stabbing of KCFD paramedic

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Kansas City Mayor and multiple sheriff’s departments have shared their condolences after the fatal stabbing of a firefighter paramedic Sunday.

Graham Hoffman, 29, was killed on April 27 while working in Kansas City, Missouri.

38-year-old Shanetta Bossell has been charged with murder in the first degree, along with armed criminal action in Hoffman’s death.

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Jackson County Executive Frank White, Jr. issued the following statement:

“On behalf of all of Jackson County, I extend my deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family, loved ones and the Kansas City Fire Department following the tragic loss of Paramedic and Firefighter Graham Hoffman, who lost his life in dedicated service to others.

“Paramedic Hoffman exemplified the highest ideals of public service, responding to every call for help with extraordinary courage, compassion and an unwavering commitment to duty. His loss is a profound and heartbreaking reminder of the risks our public servants willingly face each and every day, running toward danger so that others may find safety and hope.

“Today, we stand united in grief for a life taken too soon, in gratitude for Graham’s extraordinary service and in solemn remembrance of his heroism. Jackson County stands ready to support the Kansas City Fire Department and Graham’s family in any way we can as they navigate this unimaginable loss.

“As we pray for comfort, strength, and healing, may Graham’s life, sacrifice and enduring legacy forever be remembered as a testament to the true meaning of heroism.”