Boston Police Sergeant Charged with Child Rape, Sparks Outrage and Scrutiny
Boston Police Sergeant Paul Downey, 58, is on leave while facing charges of child rape and electronic enticement of a child, following allegations of meeting a 14-year-old boy on a dating app and paying for sex. Court documents detail Downey’s alleged actions, including paying for sex and committing rape in a parking lot. Downey, who pleaded not guilty, was ordered to be held overnight and is expected back in court on Tuesday. Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox stated that Downey has been placed on administrative leave while an investigation is conducted.
John Q. Hosedrinker