Fire Chief Statement Following Formal Charges

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 23, 2026

City of Glendale Contact: Domenica Megerdichian
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (818) 550-4314

Fire Chief Statement Following Formal Charges

The Glendale Fire Department is sharing the following statement from Fire Chief Jeff Brooks regarding the arraignment of an off-duty firefighter in connection with the death of Mayra Jimenez:

"Our hearts are with Mayra Jimenez's family and loved ones, and with all those impacted by this tragic loss. Mayra was part of our extended Glendale Fire Department family, and this has deeply affected our entire organization.

The formal charges filed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office are extremely serious and deeply troubling. Any form of violence is appalling and unacceptable. This conduct does not reflect the values of the Glendale Fire Department or the character and professionalism of the women and men who serve this community with integrity and compassion every day.

The Los Angeles Police Department is the lead investigating agency, and the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office is proceeding with the prosecution. The City of Glendale and the Glendale Fire Department will continue to cooperate fully throughout the investigative and legal process.

Because this matter involves an active investigation and ongoing criminal proceedings, the City and the Glendale Fire Department cannot comment beyond information released through official channels. Media inquiries related to the investigation should be directed to the Los Angeles Police Department and the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office."

- Fire Chief Jeff Brooks

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