A former Northwest Florida fire chief died  “an incredible hero” protecting his family from gunshots during an early morning shooting Saturday in Molino, according to the victim's cousin. Gary Diamond was a 56-year-old father and grandfather who worked for 10 years at Navarre Beach Fire Rescue, starting out as a fireman in 2006 and ending his career in 2016 as a captain. Officials say Diamond was gunned down outside his home in front of his wife, grandson and other family members. Deputies have charged in connection to the murder 30-year-old Jared Clakley, who is the father of two of Diamond’s grandchildren.

 

A former Northwest Florida fire chief died&nbsp; &ldquo;an incredible hero&rdquo; protecting his family from gunshots during an early morning shooting Saturday in Molino, according to the victim's cousin. Gary Diamond was a 56-year-old father and grandfather who worked for 10 years at Navarre Beach Fire Rescue, starting out as a fireman in 2006 and ending his career in 2016 as a captain. Officials say Diamond was gunned down outside his home in front of his wife, grandson and other family members. Deputies have charged in connection to the murder 30-year-old Jared Clakley, who is the father of two of Diamond&rsquo;s grandchildren.
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Florida-  Former Navarre fire captain stepped in front of bullets to save family. He died a hero.

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