FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — The Fort Wayne Professional Firefighters Local 124 (IAFF124) held a press conference Wednesday to discuss several issues the union feels are present in the Fort Wayne Fire Department (FWFD), including claims of “mismanagement” from Fire Chief Eric Lahey.
The union cited a litany of claims within the FWFD from vehicle issues to financial pitfalls and understaffing.
“Over his 10-year management, Fire Chief Eric Lahey has repeatedly failed … this situation should not be acceptable,” said Fort Wayne Metro Professional Firefighters President Jeremy Bush during Wednesday’s press conference…