Petition Calls on DOJ to Investigate Recent Deaths of Boeing Whistleblowers
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 21:15
DOJ Investigation into Boeing Whistleblower Deaths
More than 25,000 people have signed a petition calling on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate the recent deaths of two Boeing whistleblowers as the company remains under intense scrutiny.
Whistleblower Deaths
- John Barnett, a 32-year Boeing veteran, raised safety and quality control concerns and died by suicide in March.
- Joshua Dean, a former quality auditor at Boeing supplier Spirit AeroSystems, passed away after contracting a bacterial infection.
Allegations and Retaliation
- Employees accused Boeing of silencing whistleblowers, with claims of retaliation and threats for reporting manufacturing defects.
- Enhanced scrutiny followed a midair incident involving a Boeing 737 Max 9, highlighting broader safety concerns.
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