The lawsuit filed by two Chester County firefighters alleging false arrest and assault against the sheriff and top deputies was settled Monday, a week before a potential trial.
Terms of the settlement have not been released.
Chester County and its elected officials have insurance coverage for lawsuits that allege damage from personal harm, said Joanie Winters, Chester County attorney. The settlement costs will be paid by the insurance company that settled the claim, Winters said.
Chester County does not pay the settlement, Winters said, the insurance company does. However, the money for the insurance coverage is purchased by Chester County and paid for by taxpayers.