Mass. State Police revamp academy program after recruit's death

State Police appoint new academy head, announce training review ahead of first class since death of recruit - The Boston Globe

They are among the first significant structural changes to the academy since Enrique Delgado-Garcia died after suffering serious injuries during an academy training exercise in September.

Mass. State Police revamp academy program after recruit's death

Following the death of a Massachusetts State Police Academy trainee last year, the agency announced Thursday that it will enact several changes ahead of the incoming class.

49 police recruits join the Springfield Police and the Hampden County Sheriff's Department

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Over the last 6 months, more than 40 men and women pursued an extensive journey in joining law enforcement. For some, it was to keep a legacy alive. "My dad was a retired lieutenant, 30 years in the Connecticut Department of Corrections," said Tyreese Thomas, Springfield Police Recruit. For others, it was the passion to serve the community in ways that a correctional officer can not. "I've been with the Sheriff's depa…

Mass. State Police announce 1st reforms for scandal-hit academy

The Massachusetts State Police announced several reforms for its academy and an outside review, all in the wake of Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia's death.

Significant changes will be implemented at the Massachusetts State Police Academy, seven months after the death of Officer Enrique Delgado-García. Governor Maura Healey asked the department to make systemic changes to the Academy days after the recruit died after a boxing training exercise last September. The boxing program remains suspended under these changes, the Attorney General of State maintains an open investigation into the death of Delg…

Weekly Summary of Police Activity

In the 351 cities and towns, Massachusetts State Troopers use their training and skill to navigate a variety of circumstances that often present significant danger to themselves and others. In an effort to raise greater awareness of their work, the Department periodically shares incident summaries.   Each summary represents a small portion of the Department’s work to enhance public safety, collaborate with our partners, and foster positive relat…