Connecticut State Police

Governor Ned Lamont announced that the U.S. Department of Justice has closed its investigation into allegations that Connecticut State Police officers fabricated hundreds of traffic tickets, marking an end to inquiries that began following revelations in 2018. The investigation has concluded without any criminal charges, although Lamont emphasized that the closure should not be seen as a blanket endorsement of state police practices. Internal reviews are still ongoing for seven officers who may face disciplinary action related to the ticketing scandal, which involved the creation of fictitious tickets to inflate productivity metrics. Reports indicated that tens of thousands of potentially fraudulent records existed, prompting audits by various oversight bodies. While Lamont claimed that the investigation's closure vindicates the police, he acknowledged significant failures in supervision and training within the department. The federal probe's end does not eliminate the need for the state's internal review to address lingering issues related to ticketing practices.