"Fitchburg fire chief Dante Suarez is currently on leave, a spokesperson for Fitchburg Mayor Sam Squailia said. Assistant Chief Patrick Haverty has been appointed to the role of acting chief of the department."
"Suarez's paid leave began Feb. 26, the Worcester Telegram & Gazette reported Monday. The city declined to discuss any further details, citing personnel matters."
Fitchburg fire chief Dante Suarez has been placed on paid leave as of February 26, pending the results of an external investigation. Assistant Chief Patrick Haverty has been appointed as the acting chief during this period. Suarez previously served as provisional chief starting in 2021 and was promoted to chief in 2023. The city has not provided additional details regarding the investigation, citing personnel matters as the reason for the lack of information.
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