Oxford Animal Control Officer Says They’ve Stepped Down

OXFORD, CT — Oxford’s animal control officer appears to have stepped down, according to a post shared by Friends of The Oxford Animal Shelter.

In the message, the officer said Monday, April 6, was their last day as the animal control officer for the Town of Oxford. The post thanked the community, residents and donors, and also thanked the Oxford Police Department for its support.

“It has been a great honor to have served this community and all the residents in it for the time that I did,” the post said. The officer also said they were “looking forward to the next chapter” in life.

The post did not include a reason for the departure. It also did not say whether a replacement has already been named.

As of Tuesday, Oxford’s online staff directory still listed Adrienne Croce as the town’s full-time animal control officer.

Patch has reached out to Oxford town officials for more information, including when the departure took effect and whether someone is currently serving in the role or on an interim basis.