National Guard suspends Barrett

On July 23, 2009, the Massachusetts National Guard became aware of a racially insensitive email sent by Capt. Justin Barrett. The Massachusetts National Guard immediately took action to investigate. After a preliminary investigation, Capt. Barrett was suspended from his military duties on July 25, 2009 pending the outcome of further investigation.

The Massachusetts National Guard does not and will not tolerate racially insensitive language.

The language contained in the e-mail violates policies of the Massachusetts National Guard and what it stands for in its commitment to uphold and protect the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Constitution of the United States.

Capt. Justin Barrett's actions and opinions are his own and do not reflect those of the Massachusetts National Guard. Capt. Barrett's opinions are in complete violation of Army and National Guard Values and will not be tolerated.