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Aug. 24, 2005 12:00 AM

Buckeye police sergeant is fired over violations

BUCKEYE - Bruce Pankow, a Buckeye police sergeant, was fired Tuesday for what Police Chief Dan Saban described as "11 sustained violations of policy."

For example, Pankow was untruthful when questioned about his role in a narcotics investigation, making him unsuitable for further police employment, Saban said.

Pankow has 15 days to appeal, Saban said.

Neither Pankow, who has been with the force for nearly two years, nor his lawyer could be reached for comment.