Taunton, MA asked in Criminal Law, Animal / Dog Law, Civil Litigation and Libel & Slander for Connecticut

Q: is there anyone willing to take on a CT state trooper?

A few years ago (may be to late) a CT State trooper in uniform off of his shift arrived at my home and tried to steal a dog from me that his friend wanted. This friend and he made up a story about animal abuse which was unfounded. In the end he stole my horse who I had owned for almost 20 years. He threatened myself and my son. He also gave me a summons to appear in court (which I did) but never filed it so I sat there all day for nothing. This man did get a warning from internal affairs and I have all the paperwork and interviews from his friend , the dog warden and himself. I tried to take him to court but no one would take on the State Police. I still live in fear that he will hurt me or steal my animals. He moved down the street from me. I have not seen him and he does not work anymore at the troop near me. I am asking again due to the case of Glen Harris being awarded money when the Hartford cop shot his dog. My horse was worth at least $10,000 at the time.

1 Lawyer Answer
Sally A. Roberts
Sally A. Roberts
Answered
  • Hartford, CT
  • Licensed in Connecticut

A: Before addressing the merits you first need to tell us the date of the incident(s) so that we could determine whether the statute of limitations is an issue.

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