Join WFEA host Jeff Chidester as he speaks with award-winning investigative journalist Damien Fisher about his latest report for InDepthNH.org, “Officer Accused of Sexual Misconduct Back at DOC“.
Jeff and Damien break down the controversial reinstatement of New Hampshire Corrections Officer Deborah Steele, who is returning to work following the dismissal and $750,000 settlement of multiple lawsuits filed by former inmates alleging sexual misconduct at the Shea Farm Transitional Housing unit.
Damien explains how the state’s settlement allows the Department of Corrections to continue denying liability while clearing the path for Steele’s return, raising serious questions about state oversight, internal investigations, and transparency within New Hampshire’s correctional system.
