Former Football Player And FDNY Firefighter Joseph “Joe” Herman, 36, Tragically Lost His Life in a Three-Vehicle Motorcycle Accident!
Joseph “Joey” Herman proudly wore jersey number 13 in both football and lacrosse.
September 2, 2026
This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on September 2, 2026
Joseph Herman, a FDNY firefighter from Amityville, New York, tragically passed away at the age of 36 in a motorcycle accident on the Southern State Parkway.
The crash happened late at night and involved three vehicles.
According to reports, Joe was riding his motorcycle when the collision occurred, leading to fatal injuries.
The incident occurred near Exit 43A. Despite the swift response of the authorities to the scene, Herman passed away shortly after.
Joe Herman Was a Gifted Athlete With a Passion for Both Football and Lacrosse!
wasn’t just a dedicated FDNY firefighter; he was also a passionate athlete.
He played for the as a wide receiver wearing jersey #13.
Herman stood 6’1″ and weighed 205 lbs, , and participated in the National Public Safety Football League (NPSFL).
Moreover, he was a and a member of the Nassau Lacrosse family.
He played as a midfielder for Nassau Community College during the 2009–2010 season.
Wearing jersey number 13, a number he carried with pride across both football and lacrosse, Joey made a strong impact on the field.
As a sophomore, he played in 11 games, scoring 18 goals and adding 5 assists for a total of 23 points.
Herman also played in a memorial lacrosse game honoring his late father, Police Officer Jeff Herman, who passed away in 2017.
Beyond this, he served with Engine Company 234 in Brooklyn.
Herman’s passing left a void in the hearts of his family and the entire community where he had made his presence felt.
His fellow firefighters, friends, and community members have shared heartfelt tributes and gratitude for his service.
The shared a heartfelt tribute, saying:
Life doesn’t prepare you for these moments. Please keep our FDNY family in your thoughts, as we mourn the devastating loss of our brother, FF Joe Herman #13. More to follow.
Likewise, offered tribute to him with the statement,
Rest Easy Joe Herman 
fdnylacrosse
The FDNY Lacrosse family mourns the heartbreaking loss of our brother, whose presence touched every one of us in ways words can barely capture. He was more than just a teammate to us, he was a fireman who dedicated his life to protecting others, and a devoted father whose love and strength guided his family every day. On the field, he gave everything he had, leading with passion, grit, and heart. Off the field, he carried those same values into his work, his home, and his friendships, inspiring all of us who had the privilege to know him.
Gone too soon at 36, Joseph’s legacy, which he built through sports and service, will be remembered for generations to come.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Joseph “Joey” Herman’s family, friends, and well-wishers.
Rest In Heaven, Jeff!
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