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Boston Officer Arrested for Shooting Carjacking Suspect

3/26/2026

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A Boston police officer, Nicholas O'Malley, was arrested for allegedly shooting and killing carjacking suspect Stephenson King.
O'Malley's attorney says he has an impeccable service record and criticizes the District Attorney's arrest without grand jury review.
O'Malley has pleaded not guilty and received strong support from fellow officers.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley expressed concern over the shooting and called for transparency.
The District Attorney's office has not commented on the situation.

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Story summary

A Boston police officer, Nicholas O'Malley, was arrested for allegedly shooting and killing carjacking suspect Stephenson King.
O'Malley's attorney says he has an impeccable service record and criticizes the District Attorney's arrest without grand jury review.
O'Malley has pleaded not guilty and received strong support from fellow officers.
Rep. Ayanna Pressley expressed concern over the shooting and called for transparency.
The District Attorney's office has not commented on the situation.