On April 4, 2004, Officer Sean Duffy engaged in an altercation at the West Warwick Police Station, assaulting fellow officers Jonathan Izzi and Fernando Araujo. He struck Officer Izzi with a closed fist and grabbed his throat, causing injuries requiring medical treatment. Officer Duffy also struck Sergeant Araujo in the chest, causing him to fall over a table. He refused to obey lawful commands to stop the assault and to relinquish his service weapon. The incident led to multiple charges, including assault and battery, disorderly conduct, and conduct unbecoming a police officer. Following a hearing, Officer Duffy was found guilty on several counts and was terminated from his position with the West Warwick Police Department.
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