Over the past decade, the Somerville Police Department has faced several notable incidents involving officer misconduct. Specific statistics on the total number of disciplinary actions, types of violations, and their frequencies are not publicly detailed. However, cases like those of Officers Henry Diaz and Mario DiFronzo highlight issues related to use-of-force incidents, truthfulness during investigations, and alleged retaliatory actions against whistleblowers. These cases underscore the department’s challenges in maintaining integrity and accountability among its officers.
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