FALLEN - Pulaski County EMS Memorial Bands

It is with deep regret and sadness that the City of Somerset announces the line of duty death of EMT Chastian McWhorter, 26. At approximately 8:30 a.m. April 1, 2024, McWhorter and coworker Baily Haynes were involved in an accident with a semi-truck during a patient transport in Garrard County. McWhorter passed away at the scene, while Haynes was transported to the University of Kentucky Medical Center with minor injuries. The patient being transported also died as result of this incident. Chastian McWhorter was employed with Somerset-Pulaski EMS since December 2022. He leaves behind his spouse, children, several family members and co-workers. We appreciate the service that these men have provided to our community. We mourn the loss of Chastian and will continue to provide support to his family and coworkers. We offer continued prayers to the family of the patient who was also involved in this tragic accident. Please keep the men and women of Somerset-Pulaski EMS and all of