Dorchester, MA (May 25, 2026) – A three-alarm fire broke out Monday night, May 24, on Treadway Rd in Dorchester, resulting in the death of Boston firefighter Robert “Bobby” Kilduff, who served 24 years with Rescue 2. Emergency units confirmed he was on a third-floor balcony during the fire when he fell.
He was later pronounced deceased at Boston Medical Center. Kilduff’s body was transferred overnight to the medical examiner’s office, with funeral arrangements expected to be announced at a later time.
Investigators are asking anyone who was in the vicinity to come forward with information about what led up to the crash.
The investigation remains ongoing as more details are reviewed.
He is remembered by colleagues and loved ones as service details are prepared.
What Information Is Typically Reviewed After a Serious Building Fire?
After a serious fire in a residential or multi-story building, several key factors are usually reviewed to better understand how conditions developed. These may include the time flames were first reported, how quickly they spread, and how people inside the structure moved during the emergency. Structural design can also be examined, especially stairways, balconies, and access points that may influence movement during rapidly changing conditions.
Weather, ventilation patterns, and building materials may also be reviewed because they can affect how heat and smoke behave inside enclosed spaces. In addition, physical marks on walls, railings, and exterior surfaces can help reconstruct movement during the emergency. Electrical systems and heating sources are often checked as part of a broader technical review.
Medical findings may later provide additional clarity on how individuals were affected during the event.
