US EditionLI Fire Chief Off Duty After Cursing At Child In Distress Caught On Camera
WEST BABYLON, LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK, AUG 5 – North Babylon Fire Chief Peter Alt was suspended after a viral video showed him using profanities toward a distressed 10-year-old girl during an emergency call, prompting an official investigation.
- Following a viral video, North Babylon Fire Chief Peter Alt was suspended on Aug. 5 after allegations he used profanities with a 10-year-old girl during Monday night’s call.
- Her family called police when the 10-year-old girl became overwhelmed after losing her phone and couldn’t calm down.
- In the video, Alt angrily berates the girl while colleagues watch, and cellphone footage shows Suffolk County Police and other first responders not intervening.
- The Town Attorney’s Office and Public Safety Department are investigating, and Bonner said, `'The use of demeaning and inappropriate language by a first responder during an aided call is appalling and completely at odds with the standards of dignity, respect, and professionalism our residents deserve.'`
- Commenters are urging policy changes to protect children in crisis, as town officials expect reforms to training, policies, and oversight to prevent similar incidents.
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