Four MSP Troopers Charged in Recruit's Death

Family attorney says Enrique Delgado-Garcia should not have been allowed to spar after a prior concussion

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Four Massachusetts State Police Training Academy staffers have been indicted on charges of involuntary manslaughter and causing serious bodily injury to recruit Enrique Delgado-Garcia, who died after 'unauthorized, unapproved, and unsupervised' sparring and boxing matches at the academy in September 2024. The family's attorney says Enrique had a concussion the day before and should not have been allowed to participate.

Why it matters

The case highlights concerns about safety protocols and oversight at police training academies, as well as the need for proper medical evaluations and supervision of recruits, especially those with prior injuries.

The details

Special Prosecutor David Meier alleges that Enrique suffered severe brain trauma and died after being allowed to participate in unsupervised sparring matches, despite having a concussion the previous day. The four defendants have been relieved of duty by the State Police and decertified by the POST Commission.

  • Enrique Delgado-Garcia died in September 2024 after incidents at the New Braintree Academy.
  • The charges against the four troopers were unveiled by Special Prosecutor David Meier on Monday, February 10, 2026.

The players

Enrique Delgado-Garcia

A 25-year-old recruit at the Massachusetts State Police Training Academy who died after unsupervised sparring matches.

David Meier

The special prosecutor appointed by the State Attorney General to investigate Enrique Delgado-Garcia's death.

Michael Wilcox

The attorney representing Enrique Delgado-Garcia's family.

Massachusetts State Police

The law enforcement agency that operated the training academy where the incidents occurred.

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What they’re saying

“'Enrique had a concussion the day before. He was supposed to be examined. And he wasn't. It shouldn't come as any surprise that you put this kid in the ring, he got the heck beat out of him. And they stood there and watched that.'”

— Michael Wilcox, Family attorney (Boston 25 News)

What’s next

The four defendants will eventually be arraigned at Worcester County Superior Court, but arraignment dates have not yet been set.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for rigorous safety protocols, proper medical oversight, and responsible supervision at police training academies to protect the wellbeing of recruits and prevent tragedies like this from occurring.