A Livingston fire chief allegedly used the N-word — with no consequences so far

By: Andrea Hagan

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: April 10, 2026

Words: 818

Last Updated: 5 hours, 46 minutes ago

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The Livingston Parish Fire Protection District 5 board convened an emergency meeting this week after a leaked audio recording allegedly captured Fire Chief Joe Koczrowski using the N-word during an internal meeting, WAFB-TV reported.

A high-ranking member at the meeting confirmed the recording was authentic and said the statement was made a couple of weeks ago in a discussion about a new apartment complex in Denham Springs and how its rent might not …

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