Coast Guard commander suspended after alleged misconduct

By Globe Staff

The commanding officer of a Coast Guard cutter based in Newport, R.I., has been suspended after allegations he had an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate.

Commander Jeffery Dow was temporarily relieved from his command of the Coast Guard cutter Willow on Friday.

"We take these types of allegations very seriously, and we will investigate this case fully," said Rear Admiral Timothy Sullivan in a statement.

The Coast Guard did not describe the nature of the alleged inappropriate relationship or release the name of the subordinate.

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