Bicester Motion fire: Tributes for the three fire victims

Jennie Logan, Martyn Sadler and Dave Chester all died in the tragedy on May 15 last year.

Oxfordshire and the firefighting community is remembering the three victims on the anniversary.

The Firefighters Charity said: “Jennie and Martyn embodied everything our fire and rescue services community stands for: courage, service, and selfless dedication to protecting others.

“Jennie, Martyn, and Dave ran towards danger so that others could be safe.

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“Today, we remember them. We honour them. And we hold their families, friends, and colleagues at Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service and London Fire Brigade in our hearts.

“Many people are still carrying the weight of that terrible night.

“We are here for every member of our fire and rescue services community.

“Our support line is free, confidential, judgement-free – always.

“Please don’t hesitate to reach out.”

The Fire brigade Museum added: “A structural collapse of the building took the lives of Firefighters Logan and Sadler along with Mr David Chester.

“Two further Firefighters were seriously injured in the collapse.

“The cause of the fire and subsequent collapse remain under investigation.

“Jennie Logan was 30 years of age at the time of her death.

“Martyn Sadler was 38 years of age at the time of his death, leaving behind a widow.

“We think of Jennie & Martyn’s family, friends and colleagues on this difficult day.

“May they rest in eternal peace.”

Bicester Town Council added: “Today marks one year since the devastating fire at Bicester Motion — a day that remains deeply felt across our community.

“We remember with sadness the lives impacted, and the families forever changed by this tragedy.

“On this anniversary, Bicester Town Council holds firefighters Jennie Logan and Martyn Sadler, and David Chester — a valued member of our local community — close in our thoughts, along with all those affected, especially their families and loved ones.

“Our hearts remain with them, and we continue to stand together as a community in remembrance, support, and compassion.”

London Fire Commissioner, Jonathan Smith, said: “Today marks one year since the devastating fire in Bicester, where two firefighters and a member of the public lost their lives.

“Leading firefighter/sub officer Martyn Sadler from the brigade and firefighter Jennie Logan from Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service died in the line of duty while responding to the fire, alongside member of the public David Chester.

“Firefighters risk their lives every day to protect and save others, and today we reflect on Martyn’s years of dedicated service at the brigade, where he was a valued, respected and much-loved colleague and friend.

“My thoughts and those of everyone at the brigade remain with Martyn’s family, friends and colleagues as we mark the first anniversary of this tragic fire.”