Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Lexington Chief of Police Michael McLean have confirmed that Terence Kent has been indicted by a Middlesex Grand Jury on charges of bribery and indecent assault and battery.

On August 24, 2024, around 4:00 pm, the victim was parked near Soldiers Field Road in Brighton when he allegedly encountered Massachusetts State Police Trooper Terrence Kent who used his marked State Police cruiser to block the victim’s vehicle from leaving. When the victim asked Trooper Kent to move, the defendant allegedly informed the victim that his vehicle registration and insurance had expired and that his vehicle had to be towed. When the victim expressed concerns, Trooper Kent requested that the victim meet him at a Department of Transportation property, located in Lexington. The Trooper requested the victim perform a sexual act as a favor to him, and, in turn, Trooper Kent would take care of the victim by not towing his car.

“The defendant in this case allegedly used his position of power as a sworn police officer to commit a sexual assault. These allegations, if true, are a blatant violation of the public trust and his obligation to uphold high ethical standards and the values of the community. Today’s indictment is a reflection of our continued commitment to the highest level of accountability and transparency when it comes to those entrusted to protect public safety,” said District Attorney Ryan.

Terrence Kent’s arraignment date in Middlesex Superior Court has not yet been confirmed.

The prosecutors assigned to this case are Megan McGovern and Caroline Evans. The Victim Witness Advocate is Joseph Bernstein.