US Navy investigating lewd videos
Published:Monday | January 3, 2011 | 3:04 PM
The US Navy says it is investigating the production of lewd videos aboard a US aircraft carrier which have turned the spotlight on a veteran commander.
A Commander named as Captain Owen Honors is said to be a key feature of the film.
Capt Honors, was the carrier's executive officer when the videos were made between 2006 and 2007.
He now commands the ship, which is based at Norfolk, Virginia.
Navy Commander Chris Sims has described the videos as unacceptable.
He says executive officers are charged to lead by example and are held accountable for setting the proper tone and upholding the standards of honour, courage and commitment that sailors are expected to exemplify.
He says the US Fleet Forces Command have begun an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the production of the videos.