"6 Massachusetts State Police Troopers Suspended in Bribery Scheme Indictments"

Two Massachusetts State Police troopers have been suspended without pay after being charged in a CDL bribery scheme, accused of providing passing scores to failed commercial driver’s license applicants in exchange for kickbacks. The troopers, along with two retired troopers and two civilians, face charges including conspiracy, extortion, mail fraud, and falsifying records. The alleged misconduct has prompted internal and federal investigations, with the state police implementing reforms to the Commercial Driver’s License Unit. The ongoing investigation has revealed text messages and exchanges indicating the troopers' involvement in the bribery scheme, with the troopers receiving personal benefits in return for passing unqualified applicants.