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Massachusetts Police Officials Charged in Recruit’s Death

2/10/2026

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Four Massachusetts State Police officials face involuntary manslaughter and serious bodily injury charges linked to recruit Enrique Delgado-Garcia's death during boxing exercise on September 13, 2024.
The independent investigation led by Attorney David Meier found officials, including Sgt. Jennifer Penton, acted recklessly and contributed to Delgado-Garcia's death.
The Massachusetts Attorney General urged accountability and reforms in training practices.
Following the incident, the State Police suspended boxing in their training curriculum.

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Four Massachusetts State Police officials face involuntary manslaughter and serious bodily injury charges linked to recruit Enrique Delgado-Garcia's death during boxing exercise on September 13, 2024.
The independent investigation led by Attorney David Meier found officials, including Sgt. Jennifer Penton, acted recklessly and contributed to Delgado-Garcia's death.
The Massachusetts Attorney General urged accountability and reforms in training practices.
Following the incident, the State Police suspended boxing in their training curriculum.