Another Salisbury firefighter has been placed on administrative leave in connection with an ongoing investigation into alleged misconduct.
Effective today, Battalion Chief Chris Lyerly has been placed on paid administrative leave, according to the city.
He is the fourth firefighter implicated in the investigation.
Capt. Baxter “Buddy” Miller, who was fired Jan. 25, has formally requested an internal review of his termination, said Karen Wilkinson, public information officer. The city anticipates completing the review process within the next 30 to 45 days, she said.
Firefighter Castleman “Chet” Hedrick, who was placed on administrative leave and then suspended, has returned to work with the Salisbury Fire Department.
Firefighter Courtney Brown was fired Jan. 16.
Contact reporter Emily Ford at 704-797-4264.