Boston police officer on paid leave after domestic violence charge

"Alexandre's lawyer, Peter Pasciucco, said the officer "denies the allegation in its entirety." "We will let the process play out but are confident the matter will be resolved in his favor," Pasciucco said in an email. "He has been placed on paid administrative leave which is routine protocol is a situation like this. He looks forward to clearing his name and getting back to work.""

"The Peace Officer Standards and Training, or POST, Commission suspended Alexandre's law enforcement certification Dec. 31. He was ordered to turn over his credentials and equipment, including weapons, the order said. In 2021, an internal affairs investigation "sustained findings against Ricardo Alexandre for violations of 'Conduct Unbecoming,' 'Alcohol off Duty,' and 'Conformance to Law,' according to records obtained from the Suffolk County District Attorney's office."

Ricardo Alexandre, a Boston police officer since 2015, was arrested and charged with strangulation or suffocation and assault and battery on a family or household member. He pleaded not guilty on Dec. 31 and was released on his personal recognizance. Alexandre was placed on paid administrative leave, and the POST Commission suspended his law enforcement certification and ordered surrender of credentials and equipment. City payroll records show he earned more than $320,000 in 2024. His lawyer denies the allegation and expressed confidence in a favorable resolution. A 2021 internal affairs probe sustained findings for multiple violations.

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