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Peter Schworm

Schworm is a general-assignment reporter for the Metro section, and covers breaking news while writing enterprise and feature stories. He enjoys writing human interest and slice-of-life pieces. A former higher-education and suburban reporter, he has been at the Globe since 2001.

Latest stories

Tsarnaev’s defense targets first comments to police

By Milton J. Valencia and Peter Schworm , Globe Staff

Lawyers for Dzhokhar Tsarnaev hope periodic photos showing the bombing suspect’s recovery will call into question his ability to make any admissions of guilt.

Note may offer details on bomb motive

By Maria Cramer and Peter Schworm , Globe Staff

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev left a note in the boat where he was captured calling bombing victims “collateral damage,” officials said.

Worcester bishop pleads guilty to refusing breathalyzer test

By Peter Schworm , Globe Staff

Bishop Robert McManus must lose his driver’s license for six months, pay fines and court costs, do community service, and undergo alcohol education.

Army veteran held in son’s assault is PTSD patient

By Peter Schworm , Globe Staff

Christopher Berry, who served a tour of duty in Afghanistan, was accused Monday of assaulting his infant son.