Overview
- The withdrawal ends Proctor’s bid for reinstatement before the Massachusetts Civil Service Commission, which is expected to dismiss the case.
- Hearings had been scheduled this week after two prior sessions, where state police called an internal affairs lieutenant as their lone witness.
- A state police trial board in March found Proctor guilty of three counts of unsatisfactory performance and an alcohol-related violation, leading to his termination.
- Disciplinary findings cited texts in which Proctor disclosed confidential case information and used misogynistic language about Karen Read, excerpts of which were presented in court.
- The Massachusetts State Police declined to comment on the decision to withdraw the appeal.