Former Erie officer given $275k for claims of sexual harassment, discrimination
JET 24/FOX 66 reporters obtained the December 2023 settlement through a right-to-know request.
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In it, the officer claimed she experienced PTSD due to work conditions.
According to the agreement, the settlement was reached to avoid further costs of investigation and litigation.
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As part of the agreement, the officer voluntarily resigned her position and will not seek employment with the city in the future.
Also, according to their agreement, the only statement either party can make about the situation is 'This matter has been resolved.'
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