From Bedford Police Chief, John Bryfonski:

“The Bedford Police Department is aware of at least one TikTok video created by a uniformed Bedford Police officer, made apparently while on duty, and a resulting YouTube video created to call attention to the TikTok post.

he Bedford Police Department does not allow its officers to use social media while on duty, in uniform and using department equipment and vehicles to make divisive or political statements. Our department has a robust social media policy and employment policies governing conduct on and off duty. T

he Bedford Police Department takes this situation seriously and has initiated an internal investigation into this situation. I have today placed the officer who owns the TikTok account on administrative leave pending the outcome of that review.

If other Bedford Police officers were involved in any inappropriate videos or postings, additional measures will be taken consistent with the department’s policies and procedures. The department has also initiated a review of its social media policy to ensure it is completely in line with modern best practices. The Bedford Police Department seeks to provide equal service and treatment to all people and any actions that sow doubt in our department’s mission will be addressed in a timely and appropriate manner.”