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College Park firefighter in hot water over racy photos

By Christian Boone
July 28, 2012

College Park officials are investigating a firefighter who allegedly posed for risque photographs found online.

One of the images appeared on a handout for J'Macs Bar and Grill, around the corner from the College Park Fire Department. Chawanda Martin has worked for the city as a firefighter and emergency medical technician since 2008.

According to a statement, College Park is "aware of the situation, which is currently under investigation." City officials declined further comment.

Martin told Channel 2 Action News she did not know the source of the pictures.

"I don't think it has anything to do with me saving lives," Martin told the station.

About the Author

A native Atlantan, Boone joined the AJC staff in 2007. He quickly carved out a niche covering crime stories, assuming the public safety beat in 2014. He's covered some of the biggest trials this decade, from Hemy Neuman to Ross Harris to Chip Olsen, the latter of which was featured on Season 7 of the AJC's award-winning "Breakdown" podcast.

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