Longtime Red Springs Fire Chief Relieved Of His Duties

Town officials have not publicly revealed a reason behind the decision to let Ammons go. They simply cited ongoing personnel matters.

Longtime fire chief of the Red Springs Fire Department has been removed from the leadership position.

John Ammons served as chief for 11 years and his sudden departure has shocked the community. The town’s manager confirmed that he has been relieved of his duties. However, she made it clear that he was not terminated.

Town officials have not publicly revealed a reason behind the decision to let Ammons go. They simply cited ongoing personnel matters.

Following his removal, the locks at the Red Springs Fire Department were changed. Officials explained that decision came about due to concerns about the access to the building and department information. The change of locks is not part of the town’s official policy, but is reportedly a standard practice when handling employee departures.

Chris Conway, a captain with the department, has been named interim fire chief. The move comes just months after the town’s police chief resigned in June, citing concerns about the town manager’s concerns over the police department.