Massachusetts Trooper Injured in East Boston Car Incident

Trooper dragged by vehicle registered in New Hampshire, expected to recover

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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A Massachusetts State Police trooper was injured early Thursday morning after being dragged by a car in the East Boston neighborhood. The trooper was responding to an incident on Meridian Street near Bennington Street around 2:30 a.m. when the trooper was dragged by a vehicle registered in New Hampshire. The trooper was rushed to a local hospital for evaluation and is expected to recover, though he appeared shaken up from the incident.

Why it matters

Incidents involving law enforcement being injured in the line of duty are concerning for public safety, and this case highlights the risks troopers face when responding to calls. East Boston has seen an uptick in certain types of crime in recent years, raising community concerns about public safety in the neighborhood.

The details

According to state police, the trooper was responding to an incident on Meridian Street near Bennington Street in East Boston around 2:30 a.m. when the trooper was dragged by a vehicle registered in New Hampshire. The trooper was rushed to a local hospital for evaluation and is expected to recover, though he appeared shaken up from the incident. No further details about the specific circumstances of the incident were released.

  • The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026.

The players

Massachusetts State Police

The state law enforcement agency responsible for policing in Massachusetts, including responding to incidents and enforcing laws.

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What’s next

State police are continuing to investigate the incident and the circumstances that led to the trooper being dragged by the vehicle.

The takeaway

This case underscores the dangers law enforcement officers face when responding to calls, and highlights the need for continued focus on public safety and community relations in neighborhoods like East Boston that have seen increases in certain types of crime.