New London Police Officer Demoted Due To Complaint: Report

New London CT

08 November, 2021

7:50 AM

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NEW LONDON, CT — A New London police officer has been demoted following investigation of a complaint from a female officer about institutional sexism within the department, The New London Day reported. Lt. Jeffrey Kalolo was demoted from lieutenant to sergeant for a minimum of one year. Officer Melissa Schafranski-Broadbent filed a complaint alleging harassment by a superior officer, inappropriate treatment, a hostile work environment, and other violations. The police union condemned Kalolo's demotion and has filed a grievance. Read the full story in The New London Day.