The Henrico County Division of Fire is aware of charges filed this afternoon by the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office against Master Firefighter Brian G. Martin. Mr. Martin has been employed by Henrico since September 2012 and most recently was assigned to Short Pump Fire Station 19.
Due to the nature of the charges against him, Mr. Martin has been suspended without pay, effective immediately.
In addition, the Division of Fire’s Professional Standards unit will conduct an independent investigation into matters associated with Mr. Martin’s employment. Inquiries about the criminal investigation should be directed to the Hanover Sheriff’s Office.