A two-year investigation by the Justice Department found systemic police misconduct in Worcester, including excessive force and sexual exploitation of women linked to prostitution.
Investigators highlighted that Worcester police inadequately trained their officers, contributing to unlawful conduct, particularly against women and people of color, raising serious civil rights concerns.
Brian T. Kelly, acting for the Police Department, condemned the Justice Department's report as inaccurate and biased, asserting it unfairly impugns the reputation of the entire force.
The report corroborated long-standing complaints from women's advocates regarding deceptive practices by officers that coerced women into sexual acts under threat of penal consequences.
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