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Officer cleared in two shootings promoted to Sgt.

A Danbury Police Officer who was recently reinstated after being cleared in two investigations into shooting two men has been promoted. 

Alexander Relyea was confirmed to the position of Sergeant by the City Council at their meeting this week.  Four others were also promoted.  The 35-year-old Relyea ranked 2nd on the current police sergeant eligibility list.

Mayor Dean Esposito says he has contributed to the department through roles he has served in community affairs and the K-9 unit. 

In December 2018, Relyea shot and killed Paul Arbitelle during a confrontation at the Glen Apartments.  In July 2019, he shot and injured Aaron Bouffard during a search for the man who caused a disturbance at MCCA.  He remained on paid administrative leave for more than two years, until this fall, when he was exonerated in both cases.

Esposito says Relyea has received numerous letters of appreciation and accommodation for going above and beyond his role as a police officer, including a meritorious citation in March 2015 for arresting three burglary suspects and a unit citation in 2017 for arresting a gunman who was threatening people.

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