FF/EMT-P James Riley

i am a firefighter paramedic and a veteran. I am skilled at driving the apparatus and operating the ladder. I also have an uncanny ability to install IVs on difficult veins. Family and faith mean a great deal to me. I have a bit of road rage, so please move to the right if you see me driving with my lights and sirens. Strong, traditional, nimble, firefighter paramedic Religious, identifies as a Christian (Baptist), but has shown a great deal of respect for other faiths. He doesn't quiet understand the LGBTQ community, but he respects folks who are and is trying to learn/do better. Off duty, he is a car fanatic and enjoys wearing loud clothing. He also has a soft spot for musicals and sings in a men's choir, as a Baritone. He also does handyman work and has a background as a contractor.

Married to Alecia, father to three daughters, Keisha (16), Destiny (13), Adrianna (10), and son Andre (6)

Served as a marine, was in artillery. Has some mild hearing loss in his left ear.

Nickname is "Rie". Works on Ladder 2 (truck crew), and occasionally rotates to Rescue 2 (ambulance).

Bald, dark skin (African American). 6'5" 255