Tragedy in Palm Beach: 7 Officers Fired After Chase Kills Mother and Daughter – LIVE UPDATES

West Palm Beach line (33401) – Incident occurred near North Congress Ave, affecting communities in 33401 and Boynton area.

• BREAKING: West Palm Beach police union confirms 7 officers terminated following deadly chase in Boynton Beach.

• IMPACT: Marcia Pochette (57) and her pregnant daughter Jenice Woods (27) died; officers now fired and facing charges.

• OFFICIAL SOURCE: “The FOP … disappointed by the city … terminating … prior to legal process” – FOP President Adam Myers.

• ACTION: Drivers advised to avoid North Congress Ave corridor; expect increased law-enforcement visibility.

Impact of Local Neighbourhood

1. Precise Location:
   Boynton Beach–West Palm Beach line (33401), along North Congress Avenue near Banyan Blvd – scene of fatal collision.

2. Community Connection:

   “It’s heartbreaking—two mothers gone because of this wild chase.” – Maria Sanchez, nearby café owner

3. Visual Proof:

Exclusive Angle

• WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
  With this nearly year‑old July 30, 2024 chase, the incident marks the latest in a string of pursuit controversies amid ongoing debate over Florida pursuit policies and body‑camera enforcement. This is the second deadly police pursuit in South Florida this year. In March, a similar high-speed chase in Tampa ended with the death of a bystander, prompting statewide scrutiny of pursuit policies. Now, West Palm Beach joins the spotlight as residents demand answers, especially with all seven officers accused of ignoring protocols — including failing to notify dispatch and disabling bodycams.

• DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE:
  The following note is found in the Screenshot from arrest affidavit:

  “None of the officers activated his body-worn camera … did not notify a dispatcher.”

Crisis Response

• IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
  » Boynton Beach Victim Support Center: 561‑742‑6400 / 1761 N Congress Ave, Boynton Beach
  » Trauma Counseling Hotline: 24/7 at 800‑273‑TALK

• OFFICIAL GUIDANCE:
  “If you witness any unsafe driving, call 911 and avoid following or confronting vehicles.” – Chief Tyrone Gregory, West Palm Beach Police Department

Community Pulse

VOTE: Should high‑speed police pursuits be restricted within city limits?
👍 Yes – Public safety must come first
👎 No – Officers need flexibility
Sound off in comments — officials monitoring feedback.

Update Log

• 9:15 AM: FOP confirms all seven officers terminated this Wednesday/Thursday.

• 9:45 AM: Attorneys announce pursuit charges filed June 5, 2025; criminal process ongoing.

• 10:00 AM: City states it cannot comment further due to active legal matter.

This remains a high‑profile case with broad implications for law enforcement accountability. We’ll bring you LIVE updates as trials unfold and city policy moves forward.

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