Trending Now - Ex-firefighter Sues New Haven for Discrimination and Termination

WHO:

WTNH - Keith Norfleet, a former New Haven fire lieutenant, is the individual suing the city.

New Haven Independent - Keith Norfleet is identified as a former firefighter seeking reinstatement.

NH Register - The lawsuit involves the city of New Haven.

WHAT:

WTNH - Norfleet is suing the city for alleged racial discrimination and wrongful termination.

NH Register - Norfleet has filed a $4 million discrimination lawsuit against the city.

New Haven Independent - Norfleet was acquitted of sexual assault charges.

WHERE:

WTNH - The lawsuit is against the city of New Haven, Connecticut.

NH Register - The events pertain to the New Haven Fire Department.

WHEN:

WTNH - Norfleet was hired by the New Haven Fire Department on July 23rd, 2014.

WTNH - Norfleet was arrested in 2023 and acquitted of the charges in 2024.

NH Register - The sexual assault charge leading to his termination occurred in 2022.

WHY:

WTNH - Norfleet claims that the city will not hire him back after his acquittal.

HOW:

WTNH - The lawsuit alleges racial discrimination and wrongful termination as the basis for his claims against the city.

(UPDATED April 9, 2026 21:13 UTC)

Keith Norfleet, a former New Haven fire lieutenant, is suing the city of New Haven, Connecticut, for alleged racial discrimination and wrongful termination, seeking $4 million in damages. Norfleet was hired by the New Haven Fire Department in July 20th14 and was acquitted of sexual assault charges in 2024 after being arrested in 2023, but claims the city has refused to reinstate him following his acquittal. The lawsuit highlights his assertion that his termination in 2022 was unjust and rooted in discrimination.