9 Investigates

Seminole Co. firefighter, relieved of duty after posting nude photos on Reddit, resigns

SEMINOLE COUNTY., Fla. — The Seminole County firefighter who was relieved of duty for his behavior on the social media website Reddit has resigned.

The Seminole County Fire Department confirmed Gregory Wilkinson submitted his letter of resignation Wednesday, less than 24 hours after a Channel 9 report about the Reddit posts.

Scroll to watch the initial report 

9 Investigates found nude photos of him on Reddit, where he claimed to be just out of the shower at the fire station. There were three full-frontal photos and a fourth showing his backside.

The headline of one post read: “Orlando – Firefighter wants to make you wet.”

DOWNLOAD: WFTV News and Weather Apps

In that post, the man said, “I’m looking for a woman who wants to have a sensual and enjoyable experience with a man who has quite a bit of ‘talent’ (so I’ve been told).”

He went on to suggest his job might help with someone’s fantasy by saying, “I am actually a firefighter, if that helps any of you with a fantasy. ;-)”

Trending Story: 2016 Dangerous Toy List

While firefighters across central Florida prepared for storm damage, the 28-year-old Seminole County firefighter asked for a woman’s “company” at his firehouse during Hurricane Matthew.

“We will be busy at times, but once winds reach certain speed, our trucks won’t be allowed on the road! I’m looking for people to help keep me company during these long, and stormy hours,” he wrote.

One of his Reddit posts was tagged in Altamonte Springs.

Click here to read more trending stories

Monday, Channel 9 reporter Lauren Seabrook showed the photos and comments to the Seminole County fire chief.

By Tuesday morning, Deputy County Manager Bruce McMenemy said the man had been relieved of duty while they investigate if he violated the social media policy.

Scroll to watch the initial report 

The county was investigating if the firefighter took the photos and posted the comments while on duty.

McMenemy said those violations would be grounds for termination.

“Obviously, this type of conduct is not of the level of expectation and standards of the Seminole County Fire Department,” said McMenemy. “This behavior is not reflective of our organizational values and our Fire Department members.”

Even though the photos show the firefighter’s face, the county would not release his name as of Tuesday. In response, Channel 9 filed an open-records request.

Local 3254 confirmed he is a member, and said this is not the kind of behavior the union advocates.

It is unknown if that membership remains active following his resignation.

The Seminole County Fire Department told us it would drop the investigation since Wilkinson resigned.

Channel 9 found the posts through a public search of “Orlando” on Reddit.

The material has since been deleted.

More 9 Investigates Stories: