Chief Flynn discharges one officer, demotes another

MILWAUKEE -- Milwaukee Police Chief Ed Flynn on Tuesday, May 22nd, discharged one Milwaukee police officer and demoted another for violations of the Department's Code of Conduct.

Police Officer Eric D. Wurth was discharged for violation of the MPD Code of Conduct and the core values of Competence and Integrity. 

Police officials say Wurth used Milwaukee Police Department equipment to conduct record checks on persons for non-departmental business. He is also accused of having contact with a person who he had personal knowledge had an outstanding warrant, but he failed to make an arrest.

Chief Flynn demoted former Court Liaison Officer Joanne M. Sunn to the rank of police officer for violating the MPD Code of Conduct core values of Competence and Respect.

Police officials say Sunn failed to obey a lawful order emanating from an officer of higher rank by using her personal vehicle during duty hours and took extended lunch periods in that vehicle. Additionally, on multiple occasions, Sunn is accused of securing before the end of her tour of duty and reporting late for duty.

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