CHESHIRE, Mass. —

The chief of the Cheshire Police Department was arrested Thursday and charged with soliciting sex for a fee, according to the Berkshire district attorney's office.

Michael Alibozek, 53, of Adams, was taken into custody in the parking lot of Hoosac Valley Middle and High School at approximately 9:45 p.m. and charged with soliciting sex for a fee.

Alibozek had been communicating online with an undercover detective belonging to the Berkshire State Police Detective Unit of the Massachusetts State Police, officials said.

Following the arrest, Alibozek was relieved of duty and placed on paid administrative leave. His town-issued firearm and access to the police station were seized.

"The town of Cheshire takes these matters seriously and is fully cooperating with the invest

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