The department says Chief Williams is experiencing mild symptoms and is in quarantine, working from home. Author: 12 News Updated: 5:15 PM MST December 18, 2020
PHOENIX The Phoenix Police Department announced Chief Jeri Williams has tested positive for COVID-19.
The department says Williams is experiencing mild symptoms and is in quarantine, working from home.
Executive Assistant Chief Michael Kurtenbach previously tested positive and will be returning from quarantine next week, Phoenix PD says.
Assistant Chief Patrick Connolly is the designated Acting Police Chief. We encourage all community members to do their part to stop the spread of COVID-19, including wearing a mask, remaining socially distanced, washing hands regularly and staying home if you are feeling sick, the department said in a statement.
UpdatedFri, Dec 18, 2020 at 2:58 pm MT
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Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams is one of thousands of Arizonans to test positive for the coronavirus. (Courtesy of the Phoenix Police Department/Twitter)
PHOENIX Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams is experiencing mild symptoms after testing positive for the coronavirus this week, officials said.
Williams is working from home while she quarantines, according to Phoenix Police Department spokesperson Sergeant Andy Williams.
According to the news release, Executive Assistant Chief Michael Kurtenbach previously tested positive and will be returning to work from his quarantine next week. Assistant Chief Patrick Connolly is Acting Police Chief until Williams is well.