CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Johnny Jennings announced Tuesday afternoon that he has tested positive for COVID-19.
Jennings said he immediately quarantined himself at home several days ago after learning that had been exposed to the coronavirus.
The announcement was made on Twitter a little after 4 p.m. where the police chief stated that outside of a bit of fatigue he is feeling fine. He is also continuing to conduct department meetings from his home.
“Our community should rest easy knowing that daily CMPD operations will resume without interruption and be carried out by members of my executive staff,” Chief Jennings said.
The police chief ended his social media thread by encouraging the community to continue to follow health guidelines.
“This virus has impacted far too many of us,” Jennings said. “Please continue to follow health guidelines as we fight this battle together.”
