A woman who served as the secretary to a police chief is suing the town, claiming she was wrongfully terminated after she complained of harassment to her superiors. She also says she was subjected to a hostile work environment while working for the town.

In her lawsuit, the woman claims that the police chief and the detective who would fill in for him often made inappropriate and sexually suggestive comments. For example, they allegedly made unwelcome comments about her breasts.

In one instance, she claims, the police chief presented her with a badge that featured the words "boob patrol." She also says the detective participated in lewd behavior and suggested another officer have sex with her as a favor to the department.

The woman says she complained about the situation, to no avail. When the police chief was on vacation, she went to the detective with allegations that the chief made inappropriate purchases with work funds for personal items. Nothing came of it, apparently.

She also complained to the detective on another occasion about unprofessional comments a different detective had made. According to SeaCoastOnline, rather than looking into the complaints, the man called her "nutty."

When the police chief returned, she refused to go home as she was told and then was suspended for insubordination. She says she was dismissed permanently the following month.

The woman is seeking punitive and compensatory damages, including back wages dating back to the day she was let go.

Source: SeaCoastOnline, "Town of Kittery, officials facing charges of harassment," Deborah Mcdermott, Jan. 25, 2012