Zachariah Kent, a 30-year-old Massachusetts state trooper, entered a plea deal in May after allegedly stealing over $1,000 worth of merchandise from multiple Target stores. His shoplifting activities, reported between January and September, involved a total of 26 cases, utilizing a method called "skip-scanning" at self-checkout counters. Kent, who graduated from the State Police Academy in 2022, was suspended without pay amid the charges and is required to pay restitution for the stolen goods. The Massachusetts State Police emphasized their commitment to accountability and professionalism.
The Massachusetts State Police does not tolerate theft or dishonesty, and we hold our members accountable to the highest professional standards.
Zachariah Kent, 30, from Sutton, pled to admission of sufficient facts on May 6 and is on a six-month probation.
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