Friday, June 12, 2009

Officer Kenneth Kapton Accused of Firing Gun into Air While Drunk

A Swissvale police officer resigned after being accused of firing a gun into the air behind his Penn Hills residence while intoxicated.

Kenneth Kapton, 57, handed in his letter of resignation to Swissvale Council on Wednesday night.

Kapton is charged with two counts of prohibited acts related to marijuana police seized from his home, disorderly conduct and violating a municipal ordinance prohibiting firearms and air guns, according to a criminal complaint.

Following the May 7 incident, Kapton underwent a psychological evaluation and was placed on administrative leave, officials said.

Kapton is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on July 6.

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