Holyoke officer suspended for viral video alleging corruption, racism in Police Depart
Holyoke police officer Rafael Roca alleges there is corruption and racism in the Holyoke Police Department. His video, posted Sunday, has been viewed 27,000 times. Screenshot from YouTube.
Published: 3/9/2021 12:37:30 PM
HOLYOKE — A Holyoke police officer said he has been suspended after posting a lengthy video online alleging widespread corruption and racism within the police department.
Rafael Roca, 37, uploaded the now viral video early Sunday morning. In a nearly 45-minute speech, he alleges that superior officers in the department falsify overtime pay, have protected each other from punishment from misconduct and have fostered a culture of favoritism and racism when it comes to promotion.