TOWN OF CHESHIRE

BOARD OF SELECTMEN

PRESS RELEASE
CHESHIRE POLICE CHIEF ARRESTED, PLACED ON ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE
NOVEMBER 7, 2025

CHESHIRE, MA - Last night November 6, 2025, Chief Michael J. Alibozek was arrested and charged with solicitation of sex for a fee. Chief Alibozek has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation and outcome of the matter.

The Town of Cheshire takes these matters seriously and is fully cooperating with the investigative and judicial processes.

The Board of Selectmen has been informed and is addressing the matter in the best interests of the Town of Cheshire. Former Chief Timothy Garner has been appointed as an administrative consultant. The Board is working on investigating options for an Interim Chief.

No further comments will be made by the Cheshire Police Department or the Town of Cheshire at this time.