It's a sad day for law enforcement agencies across the state. It's ONE person taken advantage of his profession and should not be the reflection of this police department. I do not envy any law enforcement position; I have the up most respect for the police department and agencies like them.

typical cop looking out for himself and noone else, when he's not pulling people over to harass and ruin their day he's robbing their house , the police in this country should be banned

they all think they're above the law

I know mike and my opinion he is a good person it is sad when people take the word of a thief over police officer and his boss.

One more stain on the jacket Rhode Island wears.

Next time something happens to you, your family or your neighbor maybe that "typical cop" won't be offended by your statement and will put his or her life on the line for you. If they were in it for themselves as you suggest, then they could find a safer occupation that pays more money. Think about it.

The Policemans Bill of Rights Has Become the Outlaws Bill of Rights

i would not judge this person by these isolated incidents, yes sometimes good people end up doing the wrong thing-that includes people from all walks of life-he must now face the consequences, not to mention prison plus the shame he will put his family through-hopefully he will learn from this and grow to be a better person-do not condemn all police officers as the biggest percent are all good men and women

I'm still baffled how one can retire from the police force and become a memeber of fire department of the same town. If that aint the good ole boy network, than nothing is.

For those individuals who will stereotype all officers as being dishonest, above the law, etc.., now is the time to pile on. There are bad "apples" in every profession and as A.G. Patrick Lynch stated, "Honest hard working law enforcement officers were responsible for upholding the law and prosecuting Mr. Ciresi". His actions were deplorable, shameful and criminal. Now he will pay the price. The 99% of Law Enforcement has nothing to be ashamed of.

This officer is a disgrace to all who wear the badge. That being said 99% of all police are tremendous and put their lives on the line to protect all of you. The people who do not like the police are a select few....like the posters out here....criminals. If you do not break the law then you need not fear the police. If you don't like the police do not break the law. When you have an issue or need assistance, bullied, wronged, in medical danger, threatened, etc do not call them. You can walk the streets 24 7 and always have someone there to assist you. On a cold night, hot day, Christmas morning away from their family etc. Walk the beat for a day...go through the training....live a law abiding life...never have anyone wrong you, then and only then should you judge an officer. If you have been wronged by an officer or feel you have been...file a complaint, all departments have a procedure and they are followed. If you complain about the police in blanket statements you are ignorant, a thief, and 100% have no idea what you are talking about. But I assure you, you'll be in contact with the police soon your too ignorant not to be.

I met Mike Ciresi back in 2002 and I am shocked and saddend by these events. If anyone said to me back then " Mike's a bad cop" I would never of believed it...He was nothing but professional, courteous and fair. Maybe all law enforcement should be careful when dealing with drug Informants (rats). You never know what can happen....