A shocking case in Washington state has raised questions about accountability and public safety after a corrections officer allegedly ran over his ex-girlfriend’s head while she lay on the ground. The victim suffered severe injuries, yet the officer received a surprisingly light sentence.
Incident Details
Cameron Boucher, 23, pleaded guilty on May 15, 2026, to vehicular assault while DUI, reckless driving, and driving with disregard for the safety of others. The incident occurred on New Year’s Eve 2025, according to online court records.
Boucher reportedly reversed his Toyota Tacoma over his ex-girlfriend’s head, dragging her across the pavement while ignoring a friend who was yelling for him to stop. The friend told police that the victim was screaming loudly as Boucher continued reversing. Court documents state that another witness had to intervene physically until police arrived.
Victim’s Injuries
The victim suffered extensive injuries, including facial fractures, a torn left ear, a deep laceration on the right side of her head that required nine staples, and bruises across her legs. She could not work for over a month due to her injuries. She described the terrifying incident in a victim statement: “He wasn’t just some guy out partying.
He was a law enforcement officer in training. A corrections deputy. He knew the law. He knew what DUI meant. And he broke that law anyway. He chose to gamble with someone else’s life. My life.”
Sentencing and Controversy
Boucher spent two days in jail following his arrest. Pierce County Superior Court later sentenced him to 10 days in jail and an additional three weekends behind bars. Prosecutors recommended no further jail time, citing that the victim was allegedly an initiator or willing participant and that both parties were intoxicated at the time.
Boucher’s defense attorney and the DA’s office agreed with this assessment. After the sentencing, Pierce County removed him from his position as a probationary corrections deputy.
Community Reaction
The case has sparked outrage over the light sentence for a violent act committed by a law enforcement trainee. The victim’s account, along with witness statements, painted a clear picture of danger and recklessness, prompting questions about how the justice system handles cases involving public officials.
The victim also recalled that Boucher had been drinking heavily prior to the incident, reportedly taking “dark liquor shots” at a nearby bar. The case highlights the potential consequences of mixing alcohol with positions of responsibility and authority.
