Two fire department members suspended in Detroit after alleged improper conduct

Published September 23, 2026 5:22 PM EDT

Two fire department members are under scrutiny, facing allegations of improper conduct while dealing with a man in need of medical attention, according to the Detroit Fire Department (DFD).

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DFD said they are aware of the allegations and that both members have been placed on administrative leave without pay. This all stems from allegations of improper conduct when the two members responded to the Detroit Police Department for a man in need of medical attention earlier this month. 

The man has been released from the hospital.

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An investigation is ongoing.

It has not been confirmed what the two are accused of doing as of Wednesday evening.

The Source: FOX 2 used information from the Detroit Fire Department for details in this report.

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