Officer’s hearing will now resume in mid-May

BY WILLIAM J. DOWD

Marblehead Police Officer Christopher Gallo’s disciplinary hearing, which had been set to resume on April 26, will now continue in mid-May, according to the Select Board Office.

The decision comes weeks after five hours of testimony was taken during the public hearing’s first day in late March.

Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer is serving as the hearing officer as the town weighs possible sanctions for Gallo stemming from allegations of misconduct and violations of department policies. Gallo has been on leave since June 16, 2021.

Gallo is facing discipline up to and including termination on multiple allegations, including that he spent extended periods at home when he was supposed