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Former Boynton Beach officer to be reinstated after chase that killed 13-year-old in 2021
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· August 26, 2026
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Key points The ruling comes after a chase in 2021 that resulted in the death of a 13-year-old. An appeals court has ruled that the 2022 firing of a former officer was wrongful.
An appeals court has ruled that the 2022 firing of a former officer was wrongful. As a result, Mark Sohn will be reinstated to his position. The ruling comes after a chase in 2021 that resulted in the death of a 13-year-old.
Mark Sohn was previously an officer in Boynton Beach. His firing occurred in 2022, but the appeals court has now determined that this action was not justified. Further details about the case and the appeals court ruling are available from the source, WPTV.
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Published: August 26, 2026 ·
Source: WPTV ·
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