Seven Lynn police officers placed on leave as department probes possible drug use, inappropriate texts By Travis Andersen Globe Staff,Updated April 23, 2021, 10:40 a.m. Email to a Friend Seven Lynn police officers have been placed on leave while the department investigates reports of possible drug use and inappropriate text messages, authorities said Friday. The department confirmed the investigation in a statement released Thursday night. None of the officers involved have been identified. âThe Lynn Police Department recently received information from another law enforcement agency regarding allegations of inappropriate conduct by several officers,â the statement said. âThese officers were placed on administrative leave and an investigation was immediately opened.â