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Harvard Law Professor Arrested After Pellet Gun Incident Near Brookline Synagogue

Carlos Portugal Gouvea was charged with discharging a pellet gun and disorderly conduct after firing near a synagogue during Yom Kippur, prompting a large police response, officials said.

  • A Harvard Law School professor, Carlos Portugal Gouv�a, was placed on administrative leave after he allegedly fired a pellet gun near Temple Beth Zion on the night of Yom Kippur.
  • Gouv�a has been charged with illegally discharging a pellet gun, but police do not believe his actions targeted the synagogue or its congregation, according to authorities.
  • Two private security guards reported hearing loud shots and confronted Gouv�a, leading to his arrest by police.
  • Harvard Law School confirmed his administrative leave, stating they are investigating the incident without taking formal disciplinary action yet.
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