A Plymouth police officer, Samantha Pelrine, has been placed on paid leave following allegations of years-long sexual abuse involving a minor. The Massachusetts State Police notified the Plymouth Police Department of an active criminal investigation, prompting the leave. Reports indicate that Pelrine and her husband, Daniel Forand, are accused of sexually abusing a 12-year-old boy they had adopted. The ongoing investigation has raised concerns for the safety of the accuser, who expressed fear for their well-being amid the situation.