State trooper fired after alleged inappropriate relationship with 17-year-old high school student

MIDDLETOWN, Conn. (WFSB/Gray News) - A state trooper in Connecticut has lost his job after an internal affairs investigation into an inappropriate relationship.

According to law enforcement records, Trooper First Class Timothy Haroian, 39, was investigated for having an inappropriate relationship with a Vinal Technical High School student.

Haroian was a school resource officer at the school in Middletown.

Connecticut State Police said he was terminated from state service on Dec. 30, 2025.

“When the initial accusations were brought forward, it was the priority of the Connecticut State Police to immediately remove TFC Haroian from his position as an SRO to protect any potential victim and other students,” Connecticut State Police said in a statement.

The relationship was reportedly with a 17-year-old student, with whom he began texting in November 2024.

The complaint against Haroian was filed on Jan. 15, 2025, after his wife reported she suspected he was having an affair with a student.

Leading up to his firing, state police said Haroian reported to work in a non-patrol, paid administrative capacity.

“As this matter involves a potential minor victim, the Connecticut State Police have followed all laws protecting minor victims,” the agency said. “These laws limit the release of some case information to protect the identity and well-being of any minor victim involved.”

State police said the troopers who serve as school resource officers are dedicated to upholding the highest ethical standards in all of their interactions with students, staff and parents.

“Their role is to protect and support students while building trust,” state police said. “Every interaction should be guided by integrity, respect, and professionalism. Any personnel who do not meet this standard have no place within the Connecticut State Police.”