Florida firefighters arrested after violent hazing at station
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Ocala, Fla. — Four Marion County firefighters were arrested after deputies said they violently hazed a 19-year-old colleague at Station 21 on Nov. 16. Authorities also allege the suspects chased the victim into the parking lot, removed his pants and underwear, struck him with a belt, stole his phone and waterboarded him repeatedly before releasing him when a service call arrived. Arrests announced on Nov. 26 named Edward Kenny III, Seth Day, Tate Trauthwein and Kaylee Bradley, who face charges including kidnapping, robbery and battery. Fire officials said the employees were terminated. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 5 original reports from https://www.wctv.tv, Fox 8 News, FOX 35 Orlando, AZfamily.com and WKEF.
Timeline of Events
- Nov. 16: Alleged hazing incident at Marion County Fire Rescue Station 21.
- Victim reports the incident to supervisors; sheriff's office notified.
- Investigators collect statements, review evidence and prepare charges.
- Nov. 26: Authorities arrest four employees and publicize charges.
- Defendants appear in court; some are released on bond; administrative terminations follow.
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Municipal oversight, victim support services and community advocates benefited from heightened scrutiny and potential policy reforms prompted by the arrests.
The alleged victim suffered physical and psychological harm; accused employees lost employment and face criminal charges; the department's reputation and public trust suffered.
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