LYNN, MASS. (WHDH) – A 13-year veteran of the Peabody Police Department was arrested by Lynn Police for trespassing, according to Essex County District Attorney Jonathan Blodgett.
James Festa was arrested by police Wednesday morning after a Lynn resident called 911, reporting a man had entered the residence and refused to leave.
Festa has been charged with breaking and entering during the day for the crime of fearing a person.
Peabody police placed Festa on paid administrative leave. Officials said Peabody Police Chief Thomas Griffin ordered an internal investigation into the incident.
Festa was arraigned Wednesday in Lynn District Court and is expected in court Thursday morning for a dangerousness hearing.
Authorities said the incident remains under investigation.
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