The Healey administration’s Western Massachusetts Deputy Director Lamar Cook was arrested after State Police intercepted a cocaine shipment at the Springfield State Office, the Hampden DA’s office announced Wednesday.

“The Governor’s Office has been made aware of the arrest of an employee, Lamar Cook,” a spokesperson for the governor said. “The conduct that occurred here is unacceptable and represents a major breach of the public trust. Mr. Cook has been terminated from his position effective immediately. This criminal investigation is ongoing, and our administration will work with law enforcement to assist them in their work.”

Lamar Cook, 45, of Springfield, was arrested while driving his car on Tuesday evening and charged with trafficking 200 grams or more of cocaine, as well as unlawf

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