The Dedham Police Department also announced the passing of retired officer Lawrence Costello. - JULY 21: James Coughlin leaves Dedham District Court after a probable cause hearing on July 21, 2021 in Dedham, MA. "It was such a sudden and devastating loss to the McMillan family and a huge loss to the department, too," Dedham Police Chief Michael D'Entremont said. This is the most recent incident of multiple drownings reported throughout Massachusetts in the last couple weeks. - JULY 21: Family of Alonzo Polk, 17, who drowned during a party hosted by James Coughlin, hold photos of Polk as they sit outside Dedham District Court as Coughlin faces a probable cause hearing on July 21, 2021 in Dedham, MA. Amazon Has Uncanny Dupes of CB2's Popular Dining Chair for Hundreds Less. We appreciate what happened here today, Polks brother Roshawn Drane said outside Dedham District Court. Dedham A check of surveillance video showed the suspected armed robbers entering another vehicle and leaving. Listen Live: Classic and Contemporary Celtic, Listen Live: Cape, Coast and Islands NPR Station, Greenway Food Truck Festival promises diverse flavors in the heart of Boston, New heads of Mass Democrats and Mass GOP spar on abortion, The drag show during North Brookfield's Pride celebration will go on, The guy who ate a $120,000 banana in an art museum says he was just hungry, Basic Black: Castle of Our Skins celebrates Black artistry through chamber music. Stay up to date with everything Boston. Together, we can create a more connected and informed world. A clerk magistrate determined last month that there is enough evidence for charges to be brought against James Coughlin and his wife, Leslie, in the death of 17-year-old Alonzo Polk. DEDHAM The Dedham couple who hosted the high school graduation party where Alonzo J. Polk IV. Stream GBH's Award-Winning Content For Parents And Children. Support GBH. Were here only for justice for Alonzo. Both vehicles were part of a procession traveling on Bridge Street, dEntremont added. Dedham Police Officer Michael McMillan, who died unexpectedly last August, was the ideal patrolman, says Chief Michael dEntremont. An arraignment date has not been set. Bill Kelly said Alonzo had asthma and did not know how to swim, which his clients did not know and that he was pushed into the water by another teenager. - JULY 21: The family of Alonzo Polk, 17, who drowned during a party hosted by James Coughlin, walk out of Dedham District Court after Coughlin faced a probable cause hearing on July 21, 2021 in Dedham, MA. The Coughlins did not comment during the hearing. Alonzo Polk, 17, of Dedham, died Sunday after he was pulled from the pool during a party in which alcohol was allegedly served to minors, according to reports. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Justice for Alonzo!, The defense attorney for the couple, Brian T. Kelly, called Polks death a terrible tragedy but not a crime. When they heard the commotion outside, Kelly said, the retired state police detective rushed to Polk to administer CPR. Miller was later pronounced dead by hospital staff. 39-year-old Quincy man drowned after he went into the water to retrieve a ball at a Milton pond. As we navigate this distressing news, students and families are encouraged to take advantage of the support services available, and also reminded to help us protect the privacy of the families involved by avoiding speculation and rumor.. MARY: POLICE SAY THE 17-YEAR-OLD VARSITY ATHLETE WAS PULLED FROM A SWIMMING POOL AT THE DEDHAM HOME OF JAMES AND LESLIE COUGHLIN ON THE NIGHT OF JUNE 6, WHEN THEY WERE HOSTING A GRADUATION PARTY FOR THEIR DAUGHTER. #ada-button-frame { Police They were released on their personal recognizance.The teen's family continued to call for justice for his death. The couple he is 55 and she is 54 and their supporters left without speaking to reporters. "First, this is a terrible accident and a terrible tragedy for Alonzo. Michael Feeley read a report prepared by a Dedham police detective, which said the arriving officer observed many empty beer cans on the patio and tables. Feeley also noted the report showed that many of the guests were not of age to consume alcohol. The report described a pool light that was not operational. (Staff Photo By Nancy Lane/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald), DEDHAM MA. Serious Crash Involving Motorcycle In Dedham: Police, Beware Of Aggressive Turkeys This Spring, Police Say, Kellys Roast Beef To Open A New Location In MA, Balfour Brookline Senior Living Meet the Founders, Rock Voices community choir 1st rehearsal of summer, Wet Weather Forecasted This Week In MA: National Weather Service.