WARWICK, R.I. (AP) — A former Rhode Island police chief has pleaded not guilty to charges of domestic assault and disorderly conduct.
Former Cranston Chief Marco Palombo Jr. entered his plea in Kent County District Court on Tuesday. The judge ordered him not to have contact with his wife or daughter.
The 53-year-old Palombo was arrested at his home Nov. 30 after someone called 911 to report he was “out of control.” Police say witnesses told officers he “bashed” a woman in the face and neck. He was charged with assaulting his wife.
Palombo was appointed chief in 2009. He was put on paid administrative leave in January 2014 during an investigation into a ticketing scandal and later retired.
Palombo said outside court that he is remorseful and loves his family.
