Thursday, July 30, 2009

What's going on with our Police Dept. ?

We received the following letter in an e-mail and find this information disturbing and something that every citizen in Winchester should be made aware of. We have also spoken with several people about the content of this letter and will post more information as it becomes available and confirmed ..

This is a copy of a letter I faxed to the Attorney General's office last week, I have talked to them and I have heard of others who have talked to them. But they say they are too busy to help right now. What can we do about this as a community. Please help look into this. FYI - this is information I found out about by myself, can you imagine what we can do together. I heard from a business person in town that Officer Nate Jette told him that Det. Sgt. Reppucci is on Administrative Leave. What's up with this? Is this true? If so why?

To: Chief Investigator Paul Broder
State of New Hampshire Attorney General

Dear Investigator R. Tracy,

Per our conversation on Monday, July 6, 2009 I forward to you the following information.

I took it upon myself to do some investigating which disclosed the following.

In reference to Officer Nathan Jette I spoke to Paul McCoomb about a bicycle which belonged to the Winchester Police Department Bike Impound. Paul McCoomb told me Officer Jette admitted to having a bike “which he was not authorized to have” and shifted the blame to his Sgt. at the time, saying his Sgt. said he could have the bike. It is my understanding that Officer Jette is still in possession of the bike. It is also my understanding that Officer Jette failed the polygraph portion with the Town of New Ipswich in which he was disqualified due to integrity issues.

It is my understanding that Sgt. Reppucci may have other collaborating information pertaining to Officer Jette’s unethical behavior.

It would probably behoove the Attorney General’s Office to speak with Secretary Maryan Platz who seems to have her nose in everybody’s business.

I spoke with Gene Parks regarding the firearms issue which you and I had discussed on the phone on July 6, 2009.

I went to Granite State Productions in Hinsdale and spoke with the owner and I inquired about Sgt. Christopher Roberts. I went there three times. I asked the owner if he knew if Sgt. Roberts ever threatened his neighbor with a firearm, (I got this information from Steve Formica) and I was told that and many other reasons are why Officer Roberts is no longer employed by the Town of Hinsdale. The owner of Granite State Productions was very adamant that there was criminal threatening with a firearm towards one of Sgt. Roberts neighbors. At this time I haven’t verified which neighbor. It is my understanding that this allegation was not properly investigated.

It is also my understanding the neighbor threatened a lawsuit if Sgt. Roberts was not terminated. The owner of Granite State also confirmed there was litigation between Sgt. Roberts and the Town of Hinsdale which was settled behind closed doors and Sgt. Roberts received and undisclosed monetary settlement. It may behoove the Attorney General to research Sgt. Roberts Form B with Police Standards and Training. I wonder if this information was disclosed in Sgt. Roberts background with the Winchester Police Department. Would this not be a potential litigation issue if the Town of Winchester knowingly hired Sgt. Roberts with this information in his background?

Also, I went to the Town of Hinsdale on June 4, 2009 to research citizen complaints against Sgt. Roberts. I found approximately 30 complaint letters pertaining to Sgt. Roberts unprofessional behavior of which several of the complaints contained profanity towards several citizens. I have personal knowledge of Sgt. Roberts using profanity with my brother. Approximately three weeks later I returned to the Town Hall to make copies of these complaints and found only five. I came back a couple of days later to make copies and there were none. They have all disappeared. I find this highly unusual.

It is also my understanding that Sgt. Roberts insulted the manager at Kulick’s Supermarket in Winchester with his unprofessional behavior. When a complaint was filed, it was just swept under the carpet. Interestingly, this occurred right before Sgt. Roberts became Lieutenant. How is this possible?

I stopped at the Texaco station at 63 and Main Street and asked a general question and they directed me to Shippe’s Auto Repair in Hinsdale. Someone at Shippe’s Auto Repair mentioned that Sgt. Roberts may be involved with an incident involving some rims that were stolen out of a pick up truck sometime last fall and the rims may be on his truck. Shippe’s directed me to Vinnie’s Towing Service.

I am trying to get additional information and I will be sending information as I get it.

I have serious concerns about Officer Jette and Sgt. Roberts credibility especially the criminal threatening of Sgt. Roberts with regards to his neighbor. I have these concerns because I frequently visit my family in this community and I would like these concerns to be thoroughly investigated.

I ask that the Attorney General’s Office take these concerns seriously and investigate them thoroughly and I also request that the Office of the Attorney General respond to me in writing the results of these concerns.

Respectfully,

name withheld at writer's request



We have also received information that a citizen of Fitzwilliam, who works in town was followed to her home by an off duty police officer in his own vehicle and verbally harassed in her own driveway. This person filed a complaint with Winchester's Chief of Police back in April over this matter .. We are attempting to find out just how this was resolved or if any action was ever taken at all on the complaint.

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Anonymous said...

Why worry who has voiced their opinion? If what is said is untrue dispute it. Certainly the Winchester Police department, with a staff who has a wealth of experience(Phillips-27 years, Roberts-19 years, Jette a whopping 6 years, Fisher a whopping 4+ years and Hurley a whopping 2 years)could conjure up a defense as to what has been said about their department and the actions of their officers. The last time I checked this was America and unless something unruthful,malicious or defaming is said it is ok to speak your mind and voice your opinion. One for thing certain is this blog was borne out of frustration with the Winchester Police Department and its management practices. To Chief Phillips, it is incumbent on you to answer to the citizens of Winchester. You of all people should be well aware and well versed in the fact that your power and position come from the people, not the police department or local government. If you do not have anything to hide talk to the people,hold an open forum or a question and answer session. Anything less would be a clear indicator you have no respect or regard for those you serve and protect. Don't let this last statement be an oxymoron(a figure of speech by which a locution produces an inconguous,seemingly self-contradictory effect,as in "cruel-kindnass" or " to make haste slowly")on your part. Talk to the people not at them!!!

Anonymous said...

Why worry who has voiced their opinion? If what is said is untrue dispute it. Certainly the Winchester Police department, with a staff who has a wealth of experience(Phillips-27 years, Roberts-19 years, Jette a whopping 6 years, Fisher a whopping 4+ years and Hurley a whopping 2 years)could conjure up a defense as to what has been said about their department and the actions of their officers. The last time I checked this was America and unless something unruthful,malicious or defaming is said it is ok to speak your mind and voice your opinion. One for thing certain is this blog was borne out of frustration with the Winchester Police Department and its management practices. To Chief Phillips, it is incumbent on you to answer to the citizens of Winchester. You of all people should be well aware and well versed in the fact that your power and position come from the people, not the police department or local government. If you do not have anything to hide talk to the people,hold an open forum or a question and answer session. Anything less would be a clear indicator you have no respect or regard for those you serve and protect. Don't let this last statement be an oxymoron(a figure of speech by which a locution produces an inconguous,seemingly self-contradictory effect,as in "cruel-kindnass" or " to make haste slowly")on your part. Talk to the people not at them!!!

Anonymous said...

Intimidation and tyranny have brought down multiple regimes and will likely bring this one down too, if in fact, as it appears it is following that same code of ethic.
Do as I say, not as I do.

It’s Your Right – It’s the Law… said...

Rumor Has It a Few Don’t Like this Website and are Unhappy with it’s content. This website has been in existence for years and is unpopular with those that disagree when an opinion is posted which does not agree with their opinion. To that we say THANK GOD WE LIVE IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA:

Let no one misunderstand that the NH State Constitution and US Constitution afford us the right to FREE SPEECH and any prohibition of that right is a violation of our 1st Amendment RIGHTS and our RIGHTS under Art. 22 of the State Constitution. Any violation of rights needs to be reported to the ACLU and elected state officials. [

State Constitution - Bill of Rights
Established October 31, 1783 Effective June 2, 1784 As Subsequently Amended and in Force January 2007

Art.] 22. [Free Speech; Liberty of the Press.] Free speech and liberty of the press are essential to the security of freedom in a state: They ought, therefore, to be inviolably preserved.
June 2, 1784
Amended 1968 to include free speech.


U.S. Constitition. (September 17, 1787) art. I-VII Published: Sep. 17, 1787

First Amendment to the United States Constitution

Amendment 1 - Freedom of Religion, Press, Expression. Ratified 12/15/1791. Note
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

If your rights are being violated here are some suggestions

Step 1
Understand the limits of the first amendment. The first amendment protects the rights of free speech. Individuals have the right to express unpopular opinions and speak out without facing censorship in most cases.

Step 2
Engage in protected activity. For your speech to be protected you have to be engaged in an activity that is protected under free speech rights. Actions include speaking out against corporations, government and protesting their activities.

Step 3
Notice a violation of your free speech rights. This may come in the case of a lawsuit against you, censorship of what you can say or being fired from your job.

Step 4
Contact legal representation. Protect your right to free speech by gaining assistance from a lawyer. Discuss the violations with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).

Step 5
Seek public support. Write to editors of local newspapers to discuss your situation. Attempt to speak to news stations to reach a wider audience, set up a website and discuss your free speech violations in public forums.

Step 6
Influence policy makers. Contact local elected officials and members of congress to report violations of your first amendment rights. Change the future of how free speech is protected by voting for the candidates who support your belief.

Anonymous said...

Agree whole heartedly .....

It’s Your Right – It’s the Law… said...

Rumor Has It a Few Don’t Like this Website and are Unhappy with it’s content. This website has been in existence for years and is unpopular with those that disagree when an opinion is posted which does not agree with their opinion. To that we say THANK GOD WE LIVE IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA:

Let no one misunderstand that the NH State Constitution and US Constitution afford us the right to FREE SPEECH and any prohibition of that right is a violation of our 1st Amendment RIGHTS and our RIGHTS under Art. 22 of the State Constitution. Any violation of rights needs to be reported to the ACLU and elected state officials. [

State Constitution - Bill of Rights
Established October 31, 1783 Effective June 2, 1784 As Subsequently Amended and in Force January 2007

Art.] 22. [Free Speech; Liberty of the Press.] Free speech and liberty of the press are essential to the security of freedom in a state: They ought, therefore, to be inviolably preserved.
June 2, 1784
Amended 1968 to include free speech.


U.S. Constitition. (September 17, 1787) art. I-VII Published: Sep. 17, 1787

First Amendment to the United States Constitution

Amendment 1 - Freedom of Religion, Press, Expression. Ratified 12/15/1791. Note
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

If your rights are being violated here are some suggestions

Step 1
Understand the limits of the first amendment. The first amendment protects the rights of free speech. Individuals have the right to express unpopular opinions and speak out without facing censorship in most cases.

Step 2
Engage in protected activity. For your speech to be protected you have to be engaged in an activity that is protected under free speech rights. Actions include speaking out against corporations, government and protesting their activities.

Step 3
Notice a violation of your free speech rights. This may come in the case of a lawsuit against you, censorship of what you can say or being fired from your job.

Step 4
Contact legal representation. Protect your right to free speech by gaining assistance from a lawyer. Discuss the violations with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).

Step 5
Seek public support. Write to editors of local newspapers to discuss your situation. Attempt to speak to news stations to reach a wider audience, set up a website and discuss your free speech violations in public forums.

Step 6
Influence policy makers. Contact local elected officials and members of congress to report violations of your first amendment rights. Change the future of how free speech is protected by voting for the candidates who support your belief.

Truth is good.... said...

A suggestion to those wishing to hush us up – Start your own website and blog and have your own discussions. We’ll pop in on you too, and if we see some things that make sense we would likely back you. We’re not as opposed to hearing what you have to say as you think we are contrary to how we feel you are opposed to hearing what we have to say and more importantly question. Try it….it might be more productive if we hear a differing opinion instead of it’s just a few malcontents at it again……

Anonymous said...

The fact that the chief phillips went ahead and disregarded us and still hasn't said one thing about any of the problems in his dept, like nate jette, chris roberts and himself, shows he shouldn't be in his position.He can't be trusted to do the right thing.The proof is there.And now dan repucci is taking him and the town to court.Dan was a "good" cop and never should have been fired.But with this new dept that isn't a respectable quality to have.It seems unless you have that "tough" cop mentality you don't really fit.No ethics from top to bottom.Don't worry Dan you are way better off not being there being dragged down by this dept.Tell your story, tell the truth and you'll do OK.Maybe the chief, nate jette and chris roberts can learn something from you.Then maybe they can learn how you did your job.
Time to get rid of the management.

Anonymous said...

Not all that glitters is gold. Be wary what you wish for for you may not like what you hear or see. Not all law suits are as they appear to be. No one is perfect, we all have flaws and to say otherwise is foolish.

Anonymous said...

I don't think anyone cares about flaws - we just want the truth.

Anonymous said...

Ummmmmm.......Hellooooo..... it's not about flaws we're discussing in these articles - that's just the same old....same old......same old excuse ...... for not taking responsiblity. We're talking about problems that would easily be resolved and solved together if the people at the top were willing to talk to us the people at the bottom. And if it's lawsuits we need to get to the bottom of things then that kinda reinforces the validity of the complaints.

Anonymous said...

Before the old cruised was taken out of service,Paul McCoomb was asked by a selectman about the old cruiser's condition. Paul told the selectman the cruiser was in good enough shape to keep in service for at least another year. Certainly Paul's assessment of the old cruised was a good one since he has always done a good job maintaining all the other cruisers. Why would the selectmen go against what said especially when they spoke to paul before purchashing the new cruiser.

Anonymous said...

Apparently this is not doing any good, if all this is true then why are they still working there?
Thinking about moving to another town

Anonymous said...

Sometimes it all about the timing -

Anonymous said...

lol... I'd be willing to bet most of these comments come from the same IP Address.
Duuh

Anonymous said...

That would really be a dumb bet and you'd lose.

take a look here at how many people visit this blog and main site;

www.winchesterinformer.com

then rethink your last foolish stement

duuh !

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