Crime & Safety

Former Boston Prosecutor Gary Zerola Found Guilty Of Rape

Former Boston prosecutor Gary Zerola has been found guilty of rape one year after being acquitted of similar charges.

(Sean Barnacoat/CBS Boston)

June 27, 2024

BOSTON – Former Boston prosecutor Gary Zerola has been found guilty of rape one year after being acquitted of similar charges.

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Jurors deliberated for five hours over two days inside Suffolk Superior Court before reaching the verdict on Wednesday.

The jury acquitted Zerola on the greater charge of aggravated rape and burglary.

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