Five veteran officers with the Philadelphia Police Department have been suspended and face termination after conspiracy and theft charges were filed against them, officials said.
The charges come after an investigation into a youth boxing program in Philadelphia known as "Guns Down, Gloves Up."
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According to officials, the five officers allegedly got paid twice for their participation: By the program and by the city.
"I am deeply troubled by this entire situation - as all Philadelphia Police Officers are expected to maintain the highest level of professional and ethical standards," Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said in a statement.
The officers facing termination are:
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