Massachusetts State Police Graduation Marred by Recruit's Death

The death of Enrique Delgado-Garcia during a training exercise prompts calls for accountability and an independent investigation.

Enrique Delgado-Garcia, a 25-year-old recruit, died after a medical crisis during a boxing exercise at the Massachusetts State Police Academy.
The incident has sparked protests demanding transparency and accountability, with demonstrators calling for the graduation ceremony to be postponed.
Massachusetts authorities have suspended full-contact boxing training and appointed an attorney to lead an independent investigation into Delgado-Garcia's death.
Governor Maura Healey and other officials expressed condolences during the graduation, acknowledging the impact of the tragedy on the recruit class.
Delgado-Garcia's family and civil rights groups are urging for a thorough investigation, citing concerns about the safety and conduct of the training exercises.