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Fired Cadet Sues Academy Over Groping Allegations

2/23/2026

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Story summary
  • David Peters, a former Maine police cadet, sues the Maine Criminal Justice Academy after being fired for allegedly groping a female trainee.
  • Peters claims pepper spray disoriented him, believing he was searching a male.
  • His lawsuit says training methods created a high risk of misunderstanding and violated his due process rights.
  • Peters seeks reinstatement, damages, and a declaration that rights were violated.
  • Academy has not responded to the lawsuit.