Wilmington Fire Chief John Looney on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, announced the promotion of Andre Cooper to Deputy Chief of Fire Prevention and City Fire Marshal.
Cooper is a 32-year veteran of the Wilmington Fire Department, most recently serving as a Battalion Chief on the ‘A’ Platoon.
Cooper’s promotion set off a cascade of other personnel changes within the Department.
Captain Michael Khairzada, a 27-year member of the Department, has been promoted to the rank of Battalion Chief…