Plymouth Police Officer Placed on Administrative Leave Following State-Led Criminal Investigation into Off-Duty Conduct

Officer Samantha Pelrine is on paid leave as Massachusetts State Police investigate her off-duty conduct. Plymouth Police cite a commitment to accountability.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 23, 2026, 4:55 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Boston.com

State Police Launch Investigation into Local Officer

The Plymouth Police Department has confirmed that one of its officers is the subject of a criminal investigation initiated by the Massachusetts State Police. Samantha Pelrine was officially placed on paid administrative leave on March 17, following formal notification of the probe. While the specific nature of the off-duty conduct in question has not been disclosed, the department emphasized that the leave is a standard procedural step aligned with collective bargaining agreements and internal policy during active investigations.

Departmental Commitment to Accountability and Transparency

In a public statement released Sunday, the Plymouth Police Department addressed the ongoing situation by stressing their commitment to professional standards. "Violations of department policy or state law will not be tolerated," the department noted, reinforcing that an internal affairs investigation is running parallel to the state’s criminal inquiry. Local leadership maintains that while the unpredictability of police work is a known factor, the expectation for off-duty conduct remains high to preserve community trust and institutional integrity.

Judicial Silence from District Attorney’s Office

As the investigation remains in its early stages, multiple agencies have declined to release specific details regarding the allegations. A spokesperson for the Massachusetts State Police confirmed the active status of the case but referred all further inquiries to the Plymouth County District Attorney’s office. When contacted for comment, the DA’s office stated that any public remarks would be inappropriate at this time, citing the need to protect the integrity of the ongoing fact-finding process and the rights of all parties involved.