A New Jersey police lieutenant, also on Gov. Murphy’s security detail, allegedly murdered his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend before killing himself, in a tragic case of domestic violence that highlights concerns about safety and accountability.
A 2-year-old girl died after an apparent medical emergency at the home of former Winthrop Police Lieutenant James Feeley, who is in jail on child rape charges. The toddler was found unresponsive and rushed to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead. Initial investigations show no signs of foul play or physical trauma. Feeley, a foster parent with the state Department of Children and Families, is charged with rape and assault of a child under 12. He confessed to the abuse and is no longer employed by the department.
A 2-year-old child found unresponsive in the home of a former Massachusetts police lieutenant, who is facing charges of child rape and indecent assault, has died. The initial investigation indicates no signs of foul play or physical trauma, and an autopsy is awaited to determine the cause of death. The accused, James Feeley, confessed to the crimes and remains in jail. The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families is investigating the allegations against Feeley, who was a foster parent for the agency. The tragic incident has deeply affected the community and first responders.
A police lieutenant in Washington D.C. has been indicted for tipping off former Proud Boys chairman Enrique Tarrio about an arrest warrant related to the burning of a Black Lives Matter flag and lying about his extensive contacts with the far-right group's leader.