MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The Memphis Fire Department has reprimanded 19 firefighters for wearing department equipment while performing "unbecoming" acts at a racy fashion show benefit.
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Fire officials said the men failed to get permission to use the department's name at the police and firefighters gala last summer.
Investigators reviewed a videotape of the event, which featured nearly nude men who appeared to wear only soap suds on stage and at least two women who were hoisted in the air with their legs around the men's waists. Others in the show swung badges, wore department pants and held nightsticks.
According to the fire department, 28 firefighters were involved in the event, but there was not enough evidence to punish some, and some did not have on uniforms.
The Memphis police officers had approval to participate.
