Totowa Police Chief to Be Arraigned on Domestic Charges Stemming from Boston Incident

Senior Law Enforcement Official Facing Felony Counts

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Totowa Police Chief Carmen Veneziano will be arraigned in Suffolk Superior Court in Boston, Massachusetts after being indicted on felony charges arising from an alleged incident in a Boston hotel last September. AP News

Background of the Case

Prosecutors in Suffolk County say the alleged incident occurred in the early morning hours of September 14 in a hotel room in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood. AP News

According to Suffolk County prosecutors, Veneziano, 47, confined and assaulted a woman in a hotel room, resulting in a grand jury indictment on multiple felony counts. AP News

Charges Filed Against the Police Chief

A grand jury indicted Veneziano on:

• One count of kidnapping
• Three counts of domestic assault and battery

All are felony charges under Massachusetts law. AP News

Prosecutors allege the conduct involved unlawful confinement and physical violence, though formal details of the evidence will be presented at arraignment and in court filings. nbcboston.com

Arrest, Extradition & Arraignment

Veneziano was arrested in New Jersey without incident on December 19, 2025, and subsequently waived extradition to Massachusetts, allowing his direct transfer to Boston. WCVB

He is scheduled to be arraigned in Suffolk Superior Court on the kidnapping and domestic assault charges. Boston 25 News

Response from Totowa Officials

Following the indictment:

• Totowa Mayor John Coiro suspended Veneziano without pay due to the seriousness of the felony charges. AP News
• An interim police chief has been appointed to oversee daily department operations. WCVB

Community Impact and Broader Implications

The news has drawn strong reactions in Totowa, New Jersey, where the chief of police is a prominent public figure. Residents and local officials have expressed concern, stressing that leadership continuity and public trust are priorities as the legal process unfolds.

The case also highlights issues around accountability and domestic violence allegations involving law enforcement officials, underscoring that serious charges are pursued irrespective of rank or profession.

Legal Disclaimer

All allegations referenced in this article are based on charges filed by prosecutors. An indictment is not a conviction, and the accused is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. This article does not imply guilt and reports only confirmed legal actions and official statements.