Detective Lieutenant Mark Ciccarelli was named in a federal whistleblower lawsuit filed by Detective Kevin Schiavone. The lawsuit alleges that Ciccarelli engaged in overtime abuse, falsified records, and mishandled seized drug proceeds. Schiavone claims he faced retaliation after reporting these activities, including being placed on desk duty and subjected to surveillance. The police union has expressed full support for Ciccarelli, emphasizing that the allegations are unproven and will be addressed through the legal process.