In January 2024, retired Sgt. Robert Pronovost was charged with DUI after being involved in an incident where he and Lt. Joseph Ficacelli switched seats during a traffic stop to evade detection. Pronovost feigned injury to avoid a sobriety test. He was charged with operating under the influence by state police. ([ctinsider.com](https://www.ctinsider.com/journalinquirer/article/joseph-ficacelli-east-hartford-cop-dui-suspension-19474091.php?utm_source=openai))