UPDATE: Former Groton Police Officer Omar Connor has been officially decertified following serious allegations of sexual harassment involving both high school and college students, as confirmed by the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) on November 20, 2023. This urgent decision underscores a troubling breach of trust in a role designed to protect and guide youth.
The POST Commission ruled that Connor, previously a school resource officer at Groton-Dunstable Regional High School, demonstrated “a pattern of unprofessional conduct that may escalate,” raising significant concerns about his fitness for duty. The commission declared that Connor is “dangerous to the public” after finding “clear and convincing evidence” against him.
The implications of this ruling are profound. In a statement released by the Groton Police Department, officials expressed their gratitude to the two young women who reported Connor’s inappropriate behavior. The department emphasized that he violated a crucial trust, stating, “He violated that trust by using his position to take advantage of those who he had influence over.”
Connor’s decertification follows a series of alarming accusations that he engaged in sexually harassing conduct toward students and educational staff. In December 2023, the POST Commission received credible information detailing instances where Connor used lewd language and made unwanted advances, including an incident involving a high school girl inside the school building.
Despite being given multiple opportunities to contest the allegations, Connor failed to attend a scheduled hearing in September 2025 after his attorney withdrew from the case. His absence was ruled a default, effectively waiving his right to challenge the evidence presented against him. During the hearing, POST attorney Amy Park argued for Connor’s default status, pointing out his lack of communication and failure to defend himself against the serious charges.
In a prior Zoom conference in June 2025, Connor expressed resignation over the process. “I would like to get this over with and try to move on with my life,” he stated, acknowledging the inevitable loss of his certification while maintaining his innocence. “I know I’m not going to be getting my certification back,” he added.
This decision not only bars Connor from serving as a police officer in Massachusetts but also adds his name to the National Decertification Index, a resource for law enforcement agencies nationwide to verify an officer’s disciplinary history. Connor has 30 days to appeal the POST Commission’s ruling in Superior Court.
The fallout from Connor’s actions marks a significant contrast to his earlier reputation. In March 2022, the Groton Police Department praised him as a role model for students, highlighting his role in shaping the next generation of law enforcement. The stark reversal of fortune is a cautionary tale about the responsibilities held by those in positions of authority.
While no criminal charges have been filed against him related to these allegations, the community is left grappling with the implications of his conduct. As the story continues to unfold, it serves as a reminder of the vital need for accountability and transparency in law enforcement.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing situation.
