Bordentown, New Jersey native Pete Reed killed while aiding civilians in Ukrainian city of Bakhmut

“He died in what he was great at, what gave him life and what he loved,” his family said in a Facebook post.

BORDENTOWN, NJ (WPVI) — A New Jersey man has been killed while helping civilians in Ukraine amid the country’s ongoing war with Russia.

Pete Reed, 33, was killed in the town of Bakhmut on Thursday. He was a Navy veteran from Bordentown, Burlington County.

Reed was the Ukraine Country Director for Global Outreach Doctors.

The organization said Reed was helping evacuate Ukrainian civilians when his vehicle was hit by a reported missile.

“He died doing what he was great at, what gave him life and what he loved, and apparently saving a team member with his own body,” his family said in a Facebook post.

Global Outreach Doctors said the team was devastated by the news.

“Pete was a beacon of humanitarian work — an incredible visionary, leader, compassionate caregiver and an inspiration to all of us,” the organization said in a statement.

“He selflessly dedicated his life to serving others, especially those affected by disaster and war. Pete has accomplished more in his 33 years than most of us have in our entire lives,” the statement continued. “He leaves an incredible legacy.”