Nation A firefighter claimed he had COVID-19 and took weeks off. But he allegedly went to a resort. August 5, 2021August 5, 2021Marina Pitofsky, USA TODAYComments Off on A firefighter claimed he had COVID-19 and took weeks off. But he allegedly went to a resort. A Dallas firefighter is facing felony theft charges after claiming he and his family members tested positive for COVID-19 and taking weeks of leave.