Shelby mayor Steve Schag says that the city is reporting it's first death from the Coronavirus.
Press Release Sent by the Mayor:
It is with sadness that the Shelby City Health Department is reporting its first Covid-19 death within its jurisdiction.
A 74 year old man died yesterday. He was not a resident of a congregate facility.
The Department has documented a total of 62 individuals who have tested positive for Covid-19 since the outbreak began in March. Of that cumulative number, 58 have attained recovered/ resolved status. The Department is currently monitoring 3 active cases – 2 of which are home quarantined and one is hospitalized. This is the first Covid-19 death to be documented within the City of Shelby.
Citizens are urged to observe all Covid-19 protocols and Health Department guidelines including: sanitization social distancing and face coverings.