Milford Police Chief Recommends Termination of Officer
Milford Police Chief Keith Mello is recommending the termination of Officer Michael Brennan after an Internal Affairs investigation determined the officer was not truthful about his involvement in an off-duty motor vehicle crash.
Milford Police Chief Recommends Officer's Termination Following Internal Affairs Investigation
MILFORD — Milford Police Chief Keith Mello has recommended the termination of Officer Michael Brennan following an Internal Affairs investigation into an off-duty motor vehicle crash.
The investigation determined that Brennan was not truthful regarding his involvement in the incident, according to a statement released by Chief Mello.
"Such conduct is a clear violation of the standards of integrity, accountability, and professionalism that are fundamental to this department and the law enforcement profession," Mello said.
The recommendation has been forwarded to the Milford Board of Police Commissioners for action.
"Our community places its trust in us to uphold the law and to always conduct ourselves with integrity—both on and off duty," Mello said. "When that trust is compromised, it is our responsibility to take decisive action."
Details of the motor vehicle crash were not disclosed.
Mello emphasized that the recommendation reflects the department's commitment to maintaining ethical standards and accountability.
"No individual is above the law or exempt from the expectations we are sworn to uphold," Mello said.
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