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New London Deputy Fire Chief Accused Of Sexual Harassment: Report

A New London deputy fire chief is on administrative leave following accusations of sexual harassment, according to a report.

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A deputy fire chief has been placed on administrative leave and is under investigation.
A deputy fire chief has been placed on administrative leave and is under investigation. (Patch graphic)

NEW LONDON, CT — Deputy Fire Chief Jonathan Paige was placed on paid administrative leave March 23 amid accusations of sexual harassment, The New London Day reported. The city has hired an outside law firm to investigate the accusations.

Paige has worked for the city since 1996. The city has not released details of the allegations.

Read the full story in The New London Day.

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