STATEMENT BY POLICE CHIEF FRANCISCO ORTIZ IN RESPONSE TO 3 OFFICERS FACING DEPARTMENTAL VIOLATIONS FOR STRIP SEARCH

(3/11/2008) NEW HAVEN- “The nature of the allegations made against these officers requires us to take this matter very seriously. We want to ensure a fair and appropriate process. Therefore, we cannot comment any further on this matter until a determination is made by the Board of Police Commissioners.”

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