Seven West Palm Beach Officers Arrested Over Deadly Boynton Chase

Seven West Palm Beach police officers were arrested in connection to a high-speed pursuit that led to a fatal crash in Boynton Beach, killing Marcia Pochette and her pregnant daughter Jenice Woods. Three officers face charges of leaving the scene of a crash involving death and official misconduct, while four others are charged with official misconduct. The chase began after the fleeing driver, Neoni Copeland, refused to stop for police and reached speeds of up to 108 mph before crashing. The incident has been described by State Attorney Alexcia Cox as a disturbing betrayal of public trust, with an ongoing investigation by the Public Corruption Unit. The West Palm Beach Fraternal Order of Police expressed condolences to the victims' families and support for the officers, emphasizing due process. The officers appeared in court to face their charges, highlighting serious concerns about law enforcement conduct during the pursuit.