Shreveport Mayor Adrian Perkins and Fire Chief Scott Wolverton spoke Thursday, Jan. 7 following the death of firefighter, Leonard Coney.
A news conference was held at 9:30 a.m. at the Dallas W. Greene Central Fire Station. According to a news release, Coney died from complications due to the virus. This is the first death reported in the fire department.
“Leonard Coney was a public servant in the truest sense of the term. He made the ultimate sacrifice while serving his city during a public health emergency and the City of Shreveport will be forever grateful,” said Mayor Adrian Perkins in a news release. “I ask that everyone join me in praying for Mr. Coney’s family during this difficult time and that they honor his legacy by helping slow the spread of this virus in our community.