Crime & Safety

Slain Weymouth Officer's Handcuffs Used To Arrest Alleged Killer

Police say​ that ​Emanuel Lopes​ was handcuffed using Officer Michael Chesna's cuffs.

WEYMOUTH, MA — Officer Michael Chesna's handcuffs were used to arrest the man accused of killing him, according to police.

Police have distributed a photo that shows Emanuel Lopes handcuffed with what they said are Chesna's cuffs. He is accused of killing Chesna and bystander 77-year-old Vera Adams.

Lopes was arraigned in Quincy District Court Tuesady. A not guilty plea for two counts of murder and various other charges was entered on his behalf.

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Chesna's funeral is schedule for Friday.


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