Norfolk Deputy Superintendent Faces Bribery, Extortion Charges

Thomas Brady, the former Deputy Superintendent at the Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office, was arrested and indicted on four counts of extortion and three counts of use of interstate facilities to commit bribery and extortion. He allegedly forced subordinate maintenance officers to perform free plumbing and repair work at his home by threatening them with adverse job consequences if they refused. The Massachusetts State Ethics Commission previously found Brady in violation of conflict of interest laws for similar conduct. Brady pleaded not guilty in federal court and faces up to 25 years in prison if convicted. His employment was terminated on May 5, and his next court date is set for July 21. The Norfolk County Sheriff’s Office is cooperating fully with authorities and has condemned the breach of honor and trust.