Crime & Safety
Assault by Handshake? Easton Police Say 'No'
An Easton man claims First Selectman Thomas Herrmann assaulted him with a handshake, pulling him to the ground. But police dismissed the complaint.
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The Easton Police Department cleared First Selectman Thomas Herrmann of any wrongdoing after a political rival filed a complaint accusing him of assault in the guise of a handshake.
Easton Police Chief James Candee issued the following statement Wednesday:
On June 24, 2013 Robert Webbe, Maple Road, Easton submitted a complaint to the Easton Police Department alleging that on August 16, 2012 he was assaulted by First Selectman Thomas Herrmann.
The assault alleged by Mr. Webbe was a handshake with Mr. Herrmann that Mr. Webbe claimed forced him to the floor.
A thorough investigation failed to corroborate the allegation brought by Mr. Webbe.
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