Ex-NY State Trooper Thomas Mascia Sentenced 6 Months In Jail
The name Thomas Mascia is probably one that doesn't ring a bell; however, the crime that he committed is so egregious that it is one we will never forget. BOSSIP last reported on Mascia, a former New York State Trooper, earlier this year after news broke that he faked a shooting and tried to blame a “dark skinned” suspect for the act. Mascia didn't think twice about endangering countless black bodies who have historically been the targets of abuse of power by law enforcement in New York. At the time, we wished him the absolute worst that life has to offer. Unfortunately, that request for karmic justice fell woefully short of our desired punishment.
According to CBS NewsMascia was sentenced to six months in prison after pleading guilty to false reporting, tampering with evidence and official misconduct. In addition, as part of his plea agreement, the lying little piggy was forced to repay the $289,511 that was spent on a manhunt for a Black or brown person who did not exist. Unfortunately, he was not sentenced to the four years in prison he faced as a result of his Jussie Smollett-ish shenanigans.
Here's how Mascia's lawyer reflected on the undeserved leniency his client received.
“He is mortified at his behavior. He regrets it, of course. It was a mistake. He regrets it and he will live with it the rest of his life,” Attorney Jeffrey Lichtman. “Why did this happen? It didn't just happen out of the blue. It's because it was a result of many years of mental health issues that were never treated.”
Mental health issues… “the complexion for protection” has never been so flagrant.
