Create And Track Police Department History
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In 2021, Undersheriff Dave Frasca resigned amid an investigation into the Ontario County Sheriff’s Office’s workplace environment. The investigation revealed inappropriate conduct and a lack of integrity within the administration, leading to significant leadership changes. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Undersheriff Dave Frasca](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/undersheriff-dave-frasca/)
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In 2016, Deputy Edington was involved in an incident where she arrested an individual without a warrant inside their home, leading to allegations of constitutional rights violations. The case highlighted concerns about the department’s arrest practices and policies. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Edington](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-edington/)
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In 2021, Sheriff Kevin Henderson faced allegations of creating a toxic workplace environment, including making inappropriate comments of a sexual nature and failing to discipline staff for similar behavior. An independent investigation corroborated these claims, leading to his resignation in October 2021. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Sheriff Kevin Henderson](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/sheriff-kevin-henderson/)
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In June and July 2023, Deputy Brian Larkin was involved in two incidents where his police reports allegedly differed from body camera footage. The incidents involved responses to 911 calls dealing with intoxicated individuals. Allegations included unnecessary use of force and disrespectful language. An arbitrator ruled that Larkin’s reports were accurate but found his use […]
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Lieutenant Blumer was implicated in a 2016 incident where he allegedly issued a false police report regarding a suspect’s blood draw. A fellow officer believed this action contributed to his denial of promotion. However, investigations found no direct supervisory or authoritative role of Blumer over the officer’s employment conditions, and no disciplinary actions were pursued. […]
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In 2016, Sergeant Peluso was accused of retaliating against a fellow officer by filing a complaint to block his promotion and engaging in verbal harassment. However, investigations revealed that Peluso lacked the authority to influence employment actions against the officer, and no disciplinary measures were taken against him. ([casetext.com](https://casetext.com/case/murphy-v-onondaga-cnty-2?utm_source=openai))” ## Officer Forum Links: – [Sergeant […]
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In April 1979, Deputy Stevens was charged with two instances of misconduct: falsely calling in sick and physically assaulting a juvenile prisoner. He waived his right to a hearing, resulting in a reduced penalty of a two-day suspension without pay. ([case-law.vlex.com](https://case-law.vlex.com/vid/state-div-of-human-895063039?utm_source=openai))” ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Stevens](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-stevens/)
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Deputy Peck, a Black female, filed a discrimination lawsuit in March 2021, alleging harassment, retaliation, and being passed over for promotion due to her race and gender. She reported being mocked for her dialect by superiors and was assigned menial tasks upon returning from medical leave. In March 2025, Onondaga County agreed to a $400,000 […]
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In 2023, Deputy Rosello fatally shot two Black teenagers, Dhal Apet (17) and Lueth Mo (15), during a robbery investigation. Surveillance footage showed Rosello using his SUV to block the teens’ vehicle and firing as it moved toward him. He did not activate his body camera during the incident. In March 2025, the Attorney General’s […]
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Made racially charged comments to an African-American correction officer, including ‘We need to take you back to confederate days’ and suggesting the officer was dressed like an inmate and should be taken to booking to check for drugs. These comments were made in the presence of a sergeant. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Shazam](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-shazam/)
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On approximately three occasions during plaintiff’s employment, used the word ‘nigger’ in the presence of an African-American correction officer. The officer did not report the conduct due to previous unaddressed complaints. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Deputy Baldwin](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/deputy-baldwin/)
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Failed to secure a utility room, failed to properly complete log entries, was caught playing cards with an inmate, and committed an unspecified security breach. Received verbal and written counseling. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Correction Officer No. 23](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/correction-officer-no-23/)
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Improperly allowed an inmate out of his cell, failed to secure a gate resulting in a security breach, and left inmates at a work station unattended. Received verbal and written counseling. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Correction Officer No. 11](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/correction-officer-no-11/)
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Failed to secure eighteen out of thirty-two gates on a cell block in violation of the Lock-In Lock-Out policy and failed to conduct a proper watch tour. Received verbal and written counseling. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Correction Officer No. 7](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/correction-officer-no-7/)
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In 2020, Kevin Payne, then Chief Jail Administrator, was implicated in a lawsuit filed by former correction officer Alexandra Matalavage. The lawsuit alleged that Payne participated in retaliatory actions, including initiating a criminal investigation against Matalavage to obstruct her promotion opportunities following her discrimination complaints. The legal proceedings addressed claims of gender-based discrimination and retaliation. […]