Tim Brennan (left) is sworn in Monday as a member of the Milford Police Department. PHOTO/MILFORD POLICE

Former Hopkinton Police Sgt. Tim Brennan was sworn in Monday as a patrol officer with the Milford Police Department.

Brennan was fired in February in a controversial decision by the Select Board, which had received a recommendation for termination from Hopkinton Police Chief Joseph Bennett for violation of department policies. Brennan had learned about but did not report accusations of sexual assault against then-Deputy Chief Jay Porter. Although he explained he was doing what he could to protect the alleged victim and give her time until she felt ready to come forward, it was not enough to save his job. He appealed the decision, but it has not yet been heard.

Milford Police Chief Robert Tusino threw his support behind Brennan.

“I had never known Officer Brennan, personally, ever, but I’ve known his work ethic, integrity and his commitment to excellent is bar none,” Tusino told the Milford Daily News.

Tusino added that while he did not know everything that happened in Hopkinton, he supports Brennan’s decision to protect the accuser.

“I think you should be commended for doing that, and in my humble opinion, that’s what I think he did,” the chief said.

Added Tusino: “I was very happy he wanted to be here, and I think he’s happy to come here. I think everyone is happy he’s here — he’s an amazing cop.”