On Thursday afternoon, April 30, the Director of the Vermont State Police Colonel Tom L'Esperance and the Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety Keith Flynn accepted the resignation of Corporal Jon Graham, effective immediately. After an initial review of the case by the Internal Affairs Department, it was determined that many of the social media posts were egregious, and rose to a level of extreme concern for the Vermont State Police.Not only were there alleged violations of the Department's Social Media Policy, but also there were alleged violations of Vermont State Police's Code of Conduct. Corporal Graham was notified of the evidence to support a continued department action against him.
Colonel Tom L'Esperance expressed his apologies to anyone who had been offended by any of Corporal Graham's posts made while employed as a state trooper, and reinforced his accountability message to all citizens.
"I accept Jon Graham's resignation for all citizens who expect and have a right to a fair and impartial state police force. I also accept Jon Graham's resignation for all Vermont State Troopers who selflessly serve our communities and commit at the beginning of every shift to enforce the laws of our state without bias or prejudice, no matter their personal beliefs. I believe strongly that we are accountable for our actions. I commit the Vermont State Police to continue to build the community's faith in this department."
Source: VSP. 4.30.2015