NJ Police Chief Chief Robert Farley Sued for Defecating on Floors, Trying to Drug Coworkers.
A New Jersey police chief, Robert Farley, is facing multiple severe accusations from officers within his own department. Legal documents have revealed disturbing details, including claims that Farley engaged in misconduct that created a hostile work environment.
Among the most shocking allegations, Farley is accused of spiking the department's coffee pot with substances like Viagra and Adderall, causing significant distress among his colleagues.
The accusations don't stop there. Farley allegedly engaged in physical harassment, including inserting a hypodermic needle into an officer’s body, which resulted in a painful injury.
Michael F. Derin claimed that after Farley became chief, the pranks started escalating, including one in August 2024 when Farley chased him around the office and allegedly stabbed him with a hypodermic needle.
When Derin protested, Farley reportedly said, "I don't know how to take a joke." Derin stated this marked the start of a hostile work environment, with Farley allegedly shaving body hair on officers’ property and food and scraping fluids from his underwear onto people in his office.
Officers report feeling increasingly unsafe and uncomfortable working under his leadership, raising serious concerns about the atmosphere within the police force.
Inhumane Acts and Defecation in the Office
Further allegations against Chief Farley detail unthinkable behavior. Officers claim that Farley defecated on the office floors, including in spaces where his staff worked.
This bizarre and disturbing act allegedly contributed to a degrading and unhealthy atmosphere within the police department. The defecation incidents, combined with other claims of harassment, have left many questioning Farley’s ability to lead.
As a result of these disturbing acts, officers reportedly felt psychologically and physically harmed, creating a toxic work environment that led to further retaliatory behavior. These actions are now the center of legal disputes and investigations into Farley’s leadership.
Food Tampering and Inappropriate Behavior
In addition to the allegations of abuse, Chief Farley is also accused of tampering with his subordinates’ food.
Court documents claim that Farley placed hot peppers into officers' meals and heated them in the office microwave, causing discomfort and illness. These claims further illustrate the extent of the hostile work environment that officers were subjected to under his leadership.
Farley’s actions are being described as part of a broader pattern of retaliation and personal harassment. His behavior has drawn significant criticism from those within the department, who feel his conduct not only put them in physical danger but also violated their basic rights to work in a safe and respectful environment.
Personal Harassment and Inappropriate Gifts
Chief Farley is also accused of sending inappropriate gifts to officers, including sex toys and gay pride flags. These gifts, which were allegedly delivered to officers’ homes, have caused immense personal embarrassment and humiliation for those involved.
The allegations point to a disturbing pattern of personal harassment that extended far beyond the workplace, affecting officers’ private lives.
The inappropriate nature of these gifts is seen as a tactic of intimidation, adding to the ongoing pattern of misconduct that has led to a loss of trust within the department. Officers now face the challenge of dealing with the emotional and professional fallout from these deeply troubling allegations.
The allegations against Chief Robert Farley have raised serious concerns of workplace harassment, abuse, and misconduct within the North Bergen Police Department.
With the case now referred to the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office, it could spark a broader discussion on police practices and how officers are treated in New Jersey. The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office has acknowledged the allegations and directed all inquiries to the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General.
