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== History == |
== History == |
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The Stoughton Police Department has roots dating back to the town's early history, evolving from a system of constables and tithing men in the 18th century to a formal police force in the late 19th century. The department was established in 1878 with the appointment of six special police officers. Over the years, it grew in size and capabilities. By 1941, the department had modern facilities in the Town House, a cruiser car with one-way radio, and a reputation for efficiency |
The Stoughton Police Department has roots dating back to the town's early history, evolving from a system of constables and tithing men in the 18th century to a formal police force in the late 19th century. The department was established in 1878 with the appointment of six special police officers. Over the years, it grew in size and capabilities. By 1941, the department had modern facilities in the Town House, a cruiser car with one-way radio, and a reputation for efficiency.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Stoughton Police Department Early History |url=https://stoughtonhistory.com/policedepartment.htm |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=stoughtonhistory.com}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Reporter |first=Staff |title=Stoughton, once a haven for corrupt police officers, becomes model for other departments to follow |url=https://www.tauntongazette.com/story/news/crime/2014/09/15/stoughton-once-haven-for/36408594007/ |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=Taunton Daily Gazette |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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== Controversies and Notable Cases == |
== Controversies and Notable Cases == |
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The department has been the subject of numerous controversies<ref>{{Cite web |last=Arnett |first=Dugan |last2= |first2= |last3= |first3= |last4= |last5= |first5= |title=‘The worst of small-town governments’: In Stoughton, latest police scandal adds to long history of trouble - The Boston Globe |url=https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/06/20/metro/worst-small-town-governments-stoughton-latest-police-scandal-adds-long-history-trouble/ |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=BostonGlobe.com |language=en-US}}</ref>. In August 2024, former Stoughton Police Detective Matthew Farwell was indicted on federal charges related to the death of Sandra Birchmore, a former member of the [[Law Enforcement Exploring|Police Explorers]], in February 2021. The indictment alleges that Farwell killed Birchmore to prevent her from disclosing information about his alleged commission of federal crimes, including [[coercion]] and enticement of a minor, [[Color (law)|deprivation of rights under color of law]], and [[Mail and wire fraud|wire fraud]]. |
The department has been the subject of numerous controversies<ref>{{Cite web |last=Arnett |first=Dugan |last2= |first2= |last3= |first3= |last4= |last5= |first5= |title=‘The worst of small-town governments’: In Stoughton, latest police scandal adds to long history of trouble - The Boston Globe |url=https://www.bostonglobe.com/2022/06/20/metro/worst-small-town-governments-stoughton-latest-police-scandal-adds-long-history-trouble/ |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=BostonGlobe.com |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Chavis |first=Lakeidra |last2=Duret |first2=Daphne |last3=Neff |first3=Joseph |date=2024-05-01 |title=Nearly 200 Allegations of Sexual Misconduct in a Police Youth Program |url=https://www.themarshallproject.org/2024/05/01/police-explorer-sexual-abuse-boy-scouts |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=The Marshall Project |language=en}}</ref>. In August 2024, former Stoughton Police Detective Matthew Farwell was indicted on federal charges related to the death of Sandra Birchmore, a former member of the [[Law Enforcement Exploring|Police Explorers]], in February 2021. The indictment alleges that Farwell killed Birchmore to prevent her from disclosing information about his alleged commission of federal crimes, including [[coercion]] and enticement of a minor, [[Color (law)|deprivation of rights under color of law]], and [[Mail and wire fraud|wire fraud]]. |
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The case involves allegations that Farwell began a sexual relationship with Birchmore when she was 15 years old and he was an instructor in the Police Explorers program. The relationship allegedly continued for years, including while Farwell was employed as a Stoughton Police officer. |
The case involves allegations that Farwell began a sexual relationship with Birchmore when she was 15 years old and he was an instructor in the Police Explorers program. The relationship allegedly continued for years, including while Farwell was employed as a Stoughton Police officer. |
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Farwell was placed on administrative leave following Birchmore's death and later resigned from the department in April 2022. The case gained significant attention due to its serious nature and the involvement of multiple police officers<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-08-28 |title=‘DEPRAVED’: FBI arrests ex-Stoughton Police officer for alleged murder of pregnant rape victim |url=https://www.bostonherald.com/2024/08/28/fbi-arrests-ex-stoughton-police-officer-for-alleged-murder-of-sarah-birchmore/ |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=Boston Herald |language=en-US}}</ref> |
Farwell was placed on administrative leave following Birchmore's death and later resigned from the department in April 2022. The case gained significant attention due to its serious nature and the involvement of multiple police officers<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-08-28 |title=‘DEPRAVED’: FBI arrests ex-Stoughton Police officer for alleged murder of pregnant rape victim |url=https://www.bostonherald.com/2024/08/28/fbi-arrests-ex-stoughton-police-officer-for-alleged-murder-of-sarah-birchmore/ |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=Boston Herald |language=en-US}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |last=Fortin |first=Jacey |date=2024-08-28 |title=Former Officer Charged With Killing Woman Whose Death Was Ruled a Suicide |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2024/08/28/us/sandra-birchmore-stoughton-police-death.html |access-date=2024-08-29 |work=The New York Times |language=en-US |issn=0362-4331}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Crimaldi |first=Laura |last2= |first2= |last3= |last4= |first4= |title=A timeline of Sandra Birchmore’s relationship with Stoughton police, former detective - The Boston Globe |url=https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/08/28/metro/sandra-birchmore-matthew-farwell-stoughton-police-timeline/ |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=BostonGlobe.com |language=en-US}}</ref>. |
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In response to the indictment, Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara issued a statement noting that the department had conducted an internal affairs investigation following Sandra Birchmore's death in February 2021 and had cooperated with other agencies, including the FBI<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kalaijian |first=Elizabeth |date=2024-08-28 |title=Statement of Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara |url=https://stoughtonpolice.com/2024/08/28/statement-of-stoughton-police-chief-donna-mcnamara-2/ |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=Stoughton Police Department |language=en-US}}</ref>. |
In response to the indictment, Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara issued a statement noting that the department had conducted an internal affairs investigation following Sandra Birchmore's death in February 2021 and had cooperated with other agencies, including the FBI<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kalaijian |first=Elizabeth |date=2024-08-28 |title=Statement of Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara |url=https://stoughtonpolice.com/2024/08/28/statement-of-stoughton-police-chief-donna-mcnamara-2/ |access-date=2024-08-29 |website=Stoughton Police Department |language=en-US}}</ref>. |
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The Stoughton Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency serving the town of Stoughton in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Stoughton is located in Norfolk County, approximately 17 miles south of Boston.
History
The Stoughton Police Department has roots dating back to the town's early history, evolving from a system of constables and tithing men in the 18th century to a formal police force in the late 19th century. The department was established in 1878 with the appointment of six special police officers. Over the years, it grew in size and capabilities. By 1941, the department had modern facilities in the Town House, a cruiser car with one-way radio, and a reputation for efficiency.[1][2]
Controversies and Notable Cases
The department has been the subject of numerous controversies[3][4]. In August 2024, former Stoughton Police Detective Matthew Farwell was indicted on federal charges related to the death of Sandra Birchmore, a former member of the Police Explorers, in February 2021. The indictment alleges that Farwell killed Birchmore to prevent her from disclosing information about his alleged commission of federal crimes, including coercion and enticement of a minor, deprivation of rights under color of law, and wire fraud.
The case involves allegations that Farwell began a sexual relationship with Birchmore when she was 15 years old and he was an instructor in the Police Explorers program. The relationship allegedly continued for years, including while Farwell was employed as a Stoughton Police officer.
Farwell was placed on administrative leave following Birchmore's death and later resigned from the department in April 2022. The case gained significant attention due to its serious nature and the involvement of multiple police officers[5][6][7].
In response to the indictment, Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara issued a statement noting that the department had conducted an internal affairs investigation following Sandra Birchmore's death in February 2021 and had cooperated with other agencies, including the FBI[8].
References
- ^ "Stoughton Police Department Early History". stoughtonhistory.com. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ^ Reporter, Staff. "Stoughton, once a haven for corrupt police officers, becomes model for other departments to follow". Taunton Daily Gazette. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ^ Arnett, Dugan. "'The worst of small-town governments': In Stoughton, latest police scandal adds to long history of trouble - The Boston Globe". BostonGlobe.com. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ^ Chavis, Lakeidra; Duret, Daphne; Neff, Joseph (2024-05-01). "Nearly 200 Allegations of Sexual Misconduct in a Police Youth Program". The Marshall Project. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ^ "'DEPRAVED': FBI arrests ex-Stoughton Police officer for alleged murder of pregnant rape victim". Boston Herald. 2024-08-28. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ^ Fortin, Jacey (2024-08-28). "Former Officer Charged With Killing Woman Whose Death Was Ruled a Suicide". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ^ Crimaldi, Laura. "A timeline of Sandra Birchmore's relationship with Stoughton police, former detective - The Boston Globe". BostonGlobe.com. Retrieved 2024-08-29.
- ^ Kalaijian, Elizabeth (2024-08-28). "Statement of Stoughton Police Chief Donna McNamara". Stoughton Police Department. Retrieved 2024-08-29.