Samantha Pelrine, a police officer in Plymouth, Massachusetts, was arrested on March 26, 2026, along with her husband, Daniel Forand, and charged with multiple counts of child rape. The couple faces serious allegations involving incidents that reportedly occurred from 2018 to 2025.
Pelrine is facing four counts of child rape, while Forand is charged with three counts. The alleged victim, who is now 21 years old, was taken in by Pelrine and Forand as a foster child. According to a handwritten affidavit from the victim, they were subjected to both sexual and physical abuse during their time in the couple’s care.
The Plymouth Police Department has expressed their shock and dismay regarding the allegations. A spokesperson stated, “We hold our officers to the highest of standards and expect them to uphold their sworn duty both on duty and off.” Pelrine was placed on administrative leave with pay on March 17, 2026, prior to the arrests.
Details of the alleged abuse indicate that the sexual assaults occurred until 2025, while physical assaults continued until 2026, with the victim noting that only Forand was responsible for the physical abuse. Both Pelrine and Forand had not guilty pleas entered on their behalf during their arraignment.
The bail for Pelrine has been set at $10,000, while Forand’s bail is set at $25,000. The Plymouth Police Department is currently conducting an internal investigation into the matter, emphasizing that the conduct alleged is in violation of their core values as law enforcement officers.
Pelrine joined the Plymouth Police Department in April 2022, and the recent allegations have raised significant concerns about her conduct and the welfare of the foster child involved. The community is awaiting further developments as the investigation unfolds.
As the case progresses, the Plymouth Police have reiterated their commitment to transparency and accountability, stating, “The conduct alleged is in violation of our values and of our basic principles as police officers, to serve and protect.”
Details remain unconfirmed.
