Firefighter describes alleged hazing attack at Marion County station

The Brief

  • A 19-year-old Marion County firefighter says coworkers assaulted and waterboarded him during an alleged hazing incident.
  • Four firefighters were arrested, though suspects claimed it was meant as horseplay.
  • The victim says he now feels isolated at work but hopes to stay in the department.

OCALA, Fla. A 19-year-old firefighter says he was assaulted and waterboarded by coworkers during an alleged hazing incident while on duty at a Marion County fire station.

That alleged attack led to multiple arrests and has left him feeling isolated within the department.

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