Police officer accused of having sexual contact with minor

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04/24/2007

Douglas Wilkinson, 23, is now on the other side of the law. The Scotia police officer faces charges for having a sexual contact with a 16-year-old boy.

“It's devastating for all of us here. Nothing like that has happened in our police department in the past,” said Scotia Police Chief John Pytlovany.

Pytlovany said Wilkinson's been with the department a little over a year. Glenville police charged him with committing a criminal sexual act and endangering the welfare of a minor.

“Glenville Police Department is very interested if any other persons have had contact with Mr. Wilkinson,” said Sgt. Stephen Janik.

Police said the contact with the 16-year-old happened at an apartment building off Saratoga Road. They said it's just a coincidence that they found out about it.

Police said the victim went to Glenville police to file a harassment charge against someone else who was at Wilkinson's home when the contact occurred.

“Through the investigation into the harassment, other things came to light, and the investigation intensified,” said Janik.

Pytlovany said it's a shame for the rest of the department's dozen officers.

“There are plenty of good police officers that are dedicated to their work and do the best they can. It’s too bad,” Pytlovany said.

Wilkinson is suspended without pay. He was arraigned in Glenville Town Court and is out on bail.