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Florida Deputy Charged with Manslaughter After Fatally Shooting Girlfriend

Leslie Boileau claims the shooting occurred accidentally while demonstrating gun cleaning techniques at their home.

Overview

  • Leslie Boileau, an eight-year veteran of the Marion County Sheriff's Office, was immediately terminated after the incident.
  • The fatal shooting happened late Thursday night as Boileau and his girlfriend, Polina Wright, were handling and dry-firing firearms.
  • Boileau admitted to police that he accidentally discharged a loaded round while demonstrating the use of a rifle.
  • Both had been drinking earlier in the evening, having consumed three margaritas each at dinner before returning home.
  • The Ocala Police Department, corroborating Boileau's account with physical evidence, has charged him with manslaughter and he is being held without bond.