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Town of Madison fires 3 police officers, after 2 filed discrimination suits

Two of the officers filed a discrimination suit in 2021, citing a hostile work environment and discrimination based on their sex.

MADISON, Conn. — The Town of Madison Board of Police commissioners voted Friday to fire three officers, Officer Daniel Foito, Officer Natasha Pucillo and Sergeant Kimberly Lauria at a special meeting.

Natasha and Lauria filed discrimination suits in 2021, citing a hostile work environment and discrimination based on their sex. 

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The Board said the officers violated the Police Department's Code of Conduct, alleging harassment and unprofessional conduct.

The Board is an independent body of citizen volunteers that is charged with the oversight of police department employees.

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The officers were placed on leave back in June.

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Ashley RK Smith is an assignment desk editor at FOX61 News. She can be reached at asmith@fox61.com

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