City’s police oversight agency is finally starting to…
Originally reported by Boston.com — 2026-02-11
The Office of Police Accountability and Transparency (OPAT) in Boston has taken the unprecedented step of subpoenaing nine officers to appear at a meeting, marking a significant advancement in police oversight. This move comes amid growing tension between OPAT and the Boston Police Department over cooperation during investigations.
Key Facts
- The Office of Police Accountability and Transparency (OPAT) has issued subpoenas to nine Boston police officers for an upcoming meeting.
- This is the first time OPAT has used its authority to subpoena witnesses since the establishment of the agency in 2021.
- There are seven cases on the agenda for Thursday’s meeting, all slated for discussion in a closed-door executive session.
Incident Details
| Location | Boston |
| Department | Boston Police Department |
| Officers Involved | 9 |
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