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Officers from District 4 responded to 139 Pembroke Street tonight at 9:52pm on a report of a person shot. On arrival police found a male victim shot. He was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he is being treated. The victim's condition is unknown at this time.
An 18-year-old male from Dorchester walked into District 3 this morning to report he was robbed while in his motor vehicle that was stopped at a red light at Blue Hill Avenue and American Legion Highway. The victim states that 5 black males exited a Dodge Caravan, which was stopped behind him at the traffic light. One suspect approached him, with his hands in his pants motioning that he had a gun, and stole the victim’s gold chain from around his neck. The suspects fled in the vehicle and District 3 notified Boston Police Operations and provided them a description of the suspects and vehicle that was broadcasted to the officers in the Street.
About an hour later, officers patrolling in District 3 observed the vehicle that was wanted for the unarmed robbery traveling on Blue Hill Avenue toward Grove Hall. The Officers activated their cruiser’s emergency equipment and attempted to stop the motor vehicle. The operator of the vehicle refused to stop for the officers. Eventually with the assistance of officers from District 2 the suspect vehicle was stopped at Hutchings Street and Elm Hill Avenue.
The victim and a witness positively identified all four occupants of the vehicle as the suspects that robbed him at Blue hill Ave and American Legion Highway. Recovered from one of the suspects was the victim’s gold chain and cross. All four were transported to District 3 where they were booked. While being processed, one suspect dropped two plastic bags of marijuana on the floor. The following people were arrested for Unarmed Robbery: Aaron James Terrell Boyd, 17, of Roxbury; Jahmol Antione Norfleet, 20, of Roxbury; Richard Nichols, 20, of Dorchester, and Eric Jackson, 18, of Roxbury who was also charged with Possession Class D.
Last night officers from District 3 were patrolling on Morton Street toward Norfolk Street in Mattapan when they observed a motor vehicle traveling without a registration sticker attached to the vehicles plate. When the officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the operator of the vehicle began to slow and pull to the right but refused to stop. The vehicle finally came to a complete stop at 300 Norfolk Street. As the officers approached the vehicle, which was occupied by five people, they ordered the occupants to show their hands. One passenger refused and abruptly reached down to his right side. Further investigation revealed a loaded handgun wrapped in a black bandana next to this suspect. All occupants of the vehicle were removed and placed in custody.
After searching one of the suspects, an officer recovered a large plastic bag, which contained 50 individually wrapped bags of crack cocaine. While three bags of marijuana were recovered from inside the vehicle. Police arrested: David Dardy, 17, of Roxbury, who is charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition, Trafficking Class B, Trafficking Class B within 1000’ of St. Matthew’s School; Darrion Carrington, 17, of Dorchester and Terrence Belmer, 17, of Roxbury, who are both charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition, as well as Possession of Class D; and a 15-year-old and 16-year-old male, both from Dorchester, who are charged with Delinquency to wit: Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition and Possession Class D.
Monday evening, officers from District 11 responded to 16 Westwind Road in Dorchester where Boston EMS was treating a victim in cardiac arrest. The victim, Jaziel Ponce, a twenty-three month old male, from Lawrence was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced. The Medical Examiner’s Office has ruled the cause of death as a homicide by blunt trauma. The incident remains under investigation by the Boston Police Homicide Unit and the Suffolk District Attorney’s Office.
On July 1, 2006 the International Lion’s Club will hold the annual Lion’s Club Parade. The parade is expected to start at 9:30am at Boylston and Exeter Streets and continue along Boylston Street ending at Charles Street on the Boston Common.
The Boston Transportation department will post “No Stopping, Parade 6:00 AM- 4:00 PM, Saturday” along both sides of the following streets:
In the posting entitled “AIM FOR PEACE” PROGRAM YIELDS OVER 380 FIREARMS AND COUNTING!” we listed an incorrect address for the Aim for Peace web site. The posting has since been changed to include the correct address. (www.cityofboston.gov/AimForPeace)
Triple Shooting in Dorchester
This morning shortly after mid night, officers from District 11 responded to 217 Bowdoin Street on a report of person shot. On arrival, the officers discovered three people had been shot. All three victims were transported to various Boston hospitals where they were treated for non-life threatening injuries. District 11 Detectives continue to investigate the incident.
Man Assaulted in Public Gardens
At approximately 12:25 this morning, a 43-year-old Boston man was walking through the Public Gardens when a known suspect approached him about money that was owed to him. When the victim refused to give him the money, the suspect pulled out a handgun and pointed it at him. The victim fled the scene and called the police. Police were able to find the suspect at a local bar and the victim properly identified him as Ronal Letts, 20, of Milton. He was arrested and charged with Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon. Later, officers also discovered Letts also had two outstanding warrants. He will be arraigned in the Boston Municipal Court.
Woman Stabbed in Dorchester
Officers from District 3 responded to Whitfield and Dunlap Streets early this morning for a radio call of a person stabbed. On arrival, officers observed the victim with various stab wounds on her back and neck. The victim, a 21-year-old Dorchester woman, told the officers that the suspect went into a resident on Dunlap Street. Officers found the suspect and placed her into custody. Sequoia Varona, 18, of Hyde Park, was arrested and charged with Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center for non-life threatening injuries.
Monday evening, officers from District 11 responded to 16 Westwind Road in Dorchester where Boston EMS was treating a victim in cardiac arrest. The victim, a twenty-three month old male, was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced. Boston Police Homicide Investigators, District 11 Detectives and the Suffolk District Attorney’s Office are currently investigating this death.
Four Arrested for Schlitzin’ in Public
While assigned to Operation “Safe Neighborhood” last evening at approximately 6:00pm, officers from District A1 observed four individuals at 1 Winthrop Square drinking from 12-ounce cans of Schlitz beer. The officers also noticed discarded empty cans strewn about the park. Brian Laskowski, 24, of Jamaica Plain, Michael Reinhalter, 25, of Dorchester, Kaethe Hostetter, 24, of Roxbury, and Jennifer Sicora, 23, of Somerville were all arrested for drinking in public.
Dorchester Man Stabbed on Washington Street
Last night at 10:10pm, officers responded to Boston Medical Center for a stabbing. The victim, a 25-year-old Dorchester man, stated he was walking on Washington Street toward Massachusetts Avenue when two unknown black males approached him and stabbed him in the stomach and upper back. The suspects stole the victim’s gold chain before fleeing the scene. The victim was treated for non-life threatening injuries.
Search Warrant Results in Drug Arrests
While executing a Roxbury Court Search Warrant yesterday afternoon at 10 Folsom Street, officers made three on-sight arrests. While searching an apartment, officers seized multiple bags of crack cocaine. Sharod Hopkins, 33, was arrested for Trafficking Class B Drugs within 100 Feet of a Playground and Jonathan Jemmott, 25, was arrested for Possession of Class D. A third individual trying to gain access to the apartment during the search became disorderly with police. Ronald Hopkins, 34, of South Boston, was arrested for Assault and Battery on a Police Officer.
At approximately 3:45pm today, an off-duty Boston police officer jumped into action at 45 Sierra Road in Hyde Park. A lifeguard was alerted to a teenager unconscious at the bottom of a pool. The off-duty officer called 911 while the lifeguard pulled the male teen out of the 14-foot deep end. A bystander initiated CPR and the officer assisted by performing chest compressions. Within a few minutes, the teen regained consciousness and was transported by EMS to Boston Medical Center.
On June 25, 2006 around 11:46pm, officers from District 4 responded to Shawmut Avenue and Dwight Street for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers located a black male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim identified as Abdirauf Abdullahi, 19, of the South End and transported to Boston Medical Center, later succumbed to his injuries. Two juvenile suspects were taken into custody. The investigation is ongoing.
On June 24, 2006 at about 10:17pm, officers from District 11 responded to Levant Street and Tebroc Street in Dorchester for a report of a person shot. On arrival officers located the victim, a black male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim identified as Craig Smith, 34, of Dorchester was transported to Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives continue to investigate this incident and urge anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous by calling the Boston Police Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS
Visit the new www.BostonCrimeWatch.com to learn
how your community can participate
This year marks the 23rd annual National Night Out, a nationwide celebration involving over 34 million people in more than 10,000 cities and towns across the United States. With the enthusiastic participation of communities citywide, the City of Boston in conjunction with the Boston Police Department anticipates this year will be the most successful National Night Out in Boston’s history.
Bostonians have always enjoyed a little friendly competition. During National Night Out from Friday, July 28, through Tuesday, August 1, 2006, cities and towns nationwide compete against one another for first place, which is based on the nation’s best celebration. Since 1992, Boston has always finished in the top ten. This year we want to finish Number One!
National Night Out organizers are confident that Boston’s winning community spirit will shine and this year’s event will accomplish our goal of empowering peace within our city. The national competition is judged on the number of National Night Out-related events, event size and creativity, and overall community camaraderie with police, city agencies, and community-based partners. Examples of events include: Block Parties, Porch Sits, and Street and Garden “Lights On” campaigns.
Neighborhood Crime watch members, city residents and community organizations wishing to participate, please visit the newly developed, comprehensive neighborhood crime watch web site, www.BostonCrimeWatch.com to learn more details on how to get involved and/or register your National Night Out event!
About National Night Out Boston 2006:
National Night Out Boston 2006 is the 23rd annual citywide celebration to empower peace throughout the City of Boston. This program cultivates and strengthens partnerships between the community, youth, police, city agencies and community-based organizations. National Night Out also acknowledges the remarkable contributions of Neighborhood Crime Watch groups, and seeks to increase participation in crime watch programs among local residents.
From Friday, July 28, through Tuesday, August 1, 2006, National Night Out will comprise of a variety of exciting citywide events which include: “Hands Across the River,” a celebration that brings together surrounding cities and towns, major events in every Police District, celebrations in City parks, and numerous block parties and "lights on” events on streets and in community gardens around the City.
About the Neighborhood Crime Watch unit:
Our mission is to develop and maintain crime watch groups in every neighborhood in Boston and to provide these groups with the necessary skills and tools to act as organized, empowered groups that work with the police to deter crime and reduce fear. Additional we aid groups in networking with
Nearby or affiliated groups and provide guidance and support in developing community impact statements for the courts.
Our unit is staffed by, Judi Wright, Director; Wallace Tillford, Eric Hill, and Joseph Porcelli, Civilian Community Service Officers. To learn more about our team visit www.BostonCrimeWatch.Com and click on “The Team” link.
Contact:
Joseph Porcelli
Civilian Community Service Officer
Neighborhood Crime Watch Unit
Boston Police Department
Office: 617-343-4779
Cell: 857-222-4420
Cell Email: 8572224420@teleflip.com
Email Porcellij.bpd@ci.boston.ma.us
Website www.BostonCrimeWatch.com
Woman Arrested on Warrant
Yesterday morning at approximately 11:00am, officers from District B3 arrived at 1165 Blue Hill Avenue on a warrant for Damika Neal, 29, of Dorchester. Neal was arrested and charged with Illegal Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition as well as Improper Storage of a Firearm.
Shots Fired Leads to One Gun Arrest
While in the area of Woodrow and Blue Hill Avenues last evening, officers from District B3 heard three shots fired. The officers observed three unknown black males walking in the vicinity of the scene and attempted to stop them for a threshold inquiry. One of the suspects fled from the officers but was eventually apprehended after a short foot pursuit. A loaded black revolver was found near the suspect after his arrest. Paul Goode, 23, of Dorchester, was charged with Resisting Arrest and Unlawful Possession of a Loaded Firearm and Ammunition.
Four Drug Arrests at Ashmont T Station
While in the area of the Ashmont MBTA station at Bailey Street and Dorchester Avenue, officers in the Citywide Night Drug Control Unit observed four unknown white suspects partaking in behavior consistent with drug distribution. After conducting a motor vehicle stop of the suspects’ car, officers found two syringes and a plastic bag of suspected heroin. Stephen Benoit, 38, of Fitchburg and Jonathan Lang, 28, of Framingham, were both arrested and charged with Possession of Class A Drugs. Robert Lang, 20, of Natick and Cliff Schmidt, 22, of South Boston were both charged with Being in Company of Person in Possession of Heroin.
Over 100 Local Students Score A New Set of Wheels
As a reward for outstanding academic achievement, over 100 Boston Public School students received new bicycles and helmets. The Boston Police Athletic League (PAL) funded this initiative as a way of congratulating the students for their 100% attendance record. Youth Service Officers’ from each of the 11 police districts have worked closely with each of these dedicated pupils since the beginning of the school year.
The students visited police headquarters and picked up their new set of wheels accessorized with a new safety helmet. They also participated in a “bike rodeo” behind police headquarters and received valuable safety tips from the officers of the Tactical Bicycle Unit.
On hand for the last week's festivities included: Boston Police Superintendent in Chief Albert E. Goslin; Boston Police Activities League Director Bill Stoddard; Members of the Boston Police Command Staff and the Tactical Bicycle Unit; Boston Police Athletic League Board Members; over 100 3rd - 5th grade students and their proud parents and guardians
** Editor's Note: Local papers interested in images specific to your district, should contact Elaine Driscoll 617-343-5412.
On June 22, 2006 at 7:00am, officers from District 2 responded to a report to check on the well being of an individual inside of 72 Cheney Street in Roxbury. On arrival the officers discovered the body of Ronald Perry, 37, of Waltham. After the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner performed the autopsy, it was learned the victim died as a result of a stab wound. There is no indication that this victim has any ties to, or resides at this address. The Homicide Unit is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this homicide.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or the Boston Police Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS.
Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - June 25th, 2005 vs. 2006.
View Data on YTD Part One Crime (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)
View Data on YTD Shootings (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)
View Data on YTD Firearm Arrests (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)
View Data on YTD Recovered Firearms (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)
Last night around 11:46pm, officers from District 4 responded to Shawmut Avenue and Dwight Street on a report of shots fired. On arrival officers located the victim a 19-year-old black male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Two juvenile suspects were taken into custody. The investigation is ongoing.
This morning at 12:12am, officers from District 4 responded to 663 Massachusetts Avenue for multiple calls on shots fired at that location. While responding to the call, officers were updated that a group of people were carrying two victims to the Boston Medical Center. On arrival a crime scene was discovered at the Store 24 on Massachusetts Avenue as well as at 1773 Washington Street where officers recovered ballistic evidence.
Officers responded to the Boston Medical Center where they found two victim’s suffering from gunshot wounds. Both male victims, age 12 and 24, were treated for non-life threatening injuries. District 4 Detectives are currently investigating this double shooting and ask anyone with information about this incident to contact them at 617-343-4250 or remain anonymous by calling 800-494-TIPS.
Last night around 10:17pm, officers from District 11 responded to Levant Street and Tebroc Street in Dorchester on a report of a person shot. On arrival officers located the victim, a black male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are actively investigating this incident and urge anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous call the Boston Police Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS
At 10:17pm, officers from District 11 responded to Levant Street and Tebroc Street in Dorchester on a report of a person shot. On arrival officers located a victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and is being treated for life threatening injuries.
Program Launches High Tech Initiatives to Maximize Participation
Today, Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Superintendent in Chief Al Goslin, in conjunction with the Boston Police Department and numerous community and faith-based organizations, is pleased to announce that the 2006 Boston Gun Buyback “Aim For Peace” is exceeding expectations. As of today, the program has netted 382 firearms.
“The gun buyback program is off to an encouraging start,” Mayor Menino said. “We are confident that this program is sending a strong message that violence on the streets of Boston will not be tolerated.I am pleased that the community is coming forward in this effort to get guns off the streets and I look forward to the continued success of the program.”
With two weeks remaining, program coordinators continue to seek new and innovative ways to heighten awareness, increase participation and continue to spread a message of peace. Fresh from the release of the City's first Podcast and the unveiling of 30 ClearChannel billboards, “Aim for Peace” is utilizing high tech outreach specifically geared to engage Boston’s youth.
One initiative includes the Boston Buyback blog at www.bostonbuyback.org. This website contains regular updates, announcements and photos about the progress of the Buyback, as well as related initiatives, such as the "Start Peace" hip hop campaign.
Similar to the Boston Police Department blog www.bpdnews.com, the Buyback blog allows for the rapid and easy sharing of information with the public and the many “Aim for Peace” volunteers. Users are allowed to post "blog comments", including questions, ideas, anecdotes and more.
A second internet initiative includes a profile on the popular social networking site MySpace.com. The page is located at www.myspace.com/bostonbuyback, and has already collected over 100 MySpace "friends" and has been viewed over 500 times. "Friends" of the Buyback on MySpace include local high school students, hip hop artists and community activists. “Aim for Peace” has joined MySpace because of its enormous popularity with young people and its force in youth culture.
"We hope to reach Boston youth on MySpace who have firearms or know someone with one," stated Jed Hresko of the Chops Porter Institute, a volunteer who is serving as web-master for both sites, "but we also want to reach a much broader community of supporters from Boston and the metropolitan area who can spread the message of nonviolence and generate donations. My personal hope is to replicate what happened in the 90's buybacks with grassroots donations, such as suburban kids on MySpace taking up a $200 collection to get one gun off the street."
“We are confident that the gun buyback message is resonating with the community. We know that Grandmothers and other family members have been inspired to turn in guns owned by their children,” commented Reverend Shawn Harrison, Youth in Crisis Ministry, “We must continue to do everything possible to end senseless gun violence and I encourage individuals to maintain the momentum of the program’s success.”
A hotline, 1-888-GUNTIPS, has been established for individuals who do not wish to deliver a firearm to a designated location and would like to arrange for a private exchange. The hotline is also available for neighbors who wish to provide information related to criminal activity or can provide information leading to the whereabouts of a “community” firearm.
For a complete list of official drop-off sites as well as turn-in protocol, please visit www.cityofboston.gov/AimForPeace. *
Community partners include: Target Corporation, Project RIGHT Inc., Boston Ten Point Coalition, Hyde Square Task Force, Katherine Mainzer-Bella Luna Restaurant, Lewis S. Dabney-Million Mom March, Bowdoin Street Health Center, Quincy Geneva Housing Corporation, Boston Center for Youth and Families, Dorchester Youth Collaborative, St. Catherine Rectory, Charlie Rose-City Year, Urban Youth in Leadership Program, Urban Edge, Hope Church, Ella J. Baker House, Mass Communities Action Network, Roxbury Multi-Service Center, Nuestra Comunidad Development Corporation, WinnResidential, Grove Hall Youth Workers Alliance, Michael Patrick MacDonald, United Church of Christ, Church of Scientology, Sandler Lacoste-Boogs Wear, Inc, Boston Housing Authority, City Links, Youth in Crisis Ministry, Inc, Streetworker Program, WFXT Fox 25, the Boston Herald, Community Newspaper Company, WILD 1090 AM, the Bulletin Newspapers, ClearChannel, the MBTA, the Dorchester Reporter, the Mattapan Reporter, the Charlestown Bridge
*NOTE: the original posting listed an incorrect address for the Aim for Peace web site. The posting has since been changed to include the correct address. (www.cityofboston.gov/AimForPeace)
The 2006 Boston Gun Buyback “Show and Tell”
Media Invited to Preview the Hundreds of Firearms Collected
WHO: Mayor Thomas M. Menino; Boston Police Superintendent-in-Chief Albert E. Goslin; Youth in Crisis Ministry Reverend Shawn Harrison; numerous community and faith-based organizations
WHAT: Mayor Menino joined by the Boston Police Department and members of the community will provide an update detailing the extraordinary success of “Aim For Peace”. On hand will be the hundreds of firearms that have been removed from city streets as a result of this program.
WHERE: Boston Police Headquarters
Media Room
WHEN: Saturday, June 24, 2006
10:30 AM
WHY: “Aim For Peace” is the latest action put forth by the Mayor’s Strategic Crime Council and it’s six-pronged crime strategy to aggressively address crime issues. Working closely with community partners, the development of this important program is intended to proactively take guns off the street and send a strong message to violent criminals that we will not allow our streets to be overridden with crime. Together, we are encouraging youth to reject a life of crime and violence and embrace a life of hope and peace.
Yesterday morning at 7:00am, officers from District 2 responded to a report to check on the well being of an individual inside of 72 Cheney Street in Roxbury. On arrival the officers discovered the body of a white male. After the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner performed the autopsy, it was learned the victim died as a result of a stab wound. There is no indication that this victim has any ties to, or resides, at this address. The Homicide Unit is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this homicide.
Anyone with information about this homicide is urged to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or the Boston Police Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS.
Juvenile Arrested for shooting at Samuel Morse Way
Yesterday around 12:09am, officers in District 15 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 9 Samuel Morse Way. The victim stated while walking on Samuel Morse Way he was shot. The victim was transported to an area hospital and treated for non-life threatening gunshot wounds to his left flank and buttocks. A 15-year-old juvenile was arrested and charged with Assault with Intent to Murder, Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon (gun), Assault by means of a Dangerous Weapon and Dangerous weapons unlawfully Carried.
Drinking in Pubic Leads to Arrest
Yesterday evening officers in District 2 while on patrol in the area of Blue Hill Avenue and Castlegate Road observed a group of about 7 males. Officers observed one of the male drinking from a bottle of Corona Beer. As the officers approached the suspect put the beer down on the sidewalk. Fransisco Chapman, 17, of Jamaica Plain was arrested and charged with Possession of Alcoholic Beverages by Persons Under 21 and Drinking Alcoholic Beverages in Public. Also arrested were 2 juvenile males ages 14, and 16 for Trespassing
An off-duty Boston Police officer on Washington Street in Roxbury did a double take today when he observed an individual who looked exactly like the person in a wanted poster hung at the Area B2 police station. The officer followed the suspect on foot and requested back-up as Michael Williams, 26, of Dorchester, was wanted on warrants for Assault & Battery with a Dangerous Weapon and Armed Robbery. When other officers arrived, Williams was arrested without incident.
On June 12, 2006, a suspect later identified as Michael Williams walked into the Bank of America on Brookline Avenue, indicated that he had a gun and demanded money. Williams fled in a vehicle that was later located by officers with money and other evidence inside, however, Williams was nowhere to be found.
When arrested today, Williams was also in possession of drugs and will be charged with Possession of Class A and Class E drugs as well as Failure to Appear in Court. He will be arraigned in Roxbury District Court tomorrow.
At approximately 4:30am this morning, officers from District E-5 responded to an emergency call reporting that an off-duty Boston Police officer had been injured as a result of a department firearm discharge. Officer Joseph Behnke was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital and has been treated and released for a non-life threatening injury.
Thus far, the investigation has revealed that there were two off-duty Boston Police officers at the scene of the incident. The facts and circumstances surrounding the discharge are the subject of an active internal investigation by the Boston Police Firearm Discharge Investigation Team.
At approximately 4:04pm on Monday June 19, 2006, police responded to Congress & North Streets for a report of a person stabbed. A male victim in his 40's was transported to Massachusetts General Hospital with a life threatening stab wound(s) and was later pronounce deceased.
The victim has been identified as 42-year-old Roy Elliott of Boston. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has determined the cause of death to be a stab wound and ruled the manner of death a homicide.
One male suspect was taken into custody. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with any information about the incident is asked to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
About 12:25am on Friday June 16th, officers from District 18 responded to a call for shots fired at 1 Rosa Street. Upon arrival officers located a victim inside of a motor vehicle suffering from multiple gun shot wounds. The victim was transported to an area hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The victim has been identified as 28-year-old Manny Dupont of Hyde Park. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner has determined the cause of death to be multiple gunshot wounds and ruled the manner of death a homicide.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are actively investigating this incident and urge anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous call the Boston Police Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS
Mayor Menino, The Boston Police Department and our Buyback Community Partners wish to extend our gratitude to the City of Boston Credit Union for their generous donation of $5,000.00. The continued support of charitable donors is crucial to the ultimate success of this program. As of today, the program has collected more than 250 firearms and that number continues to grow.
Businesses or individuals wishing to support the program and take a gun off the street can send contributions to:
BuyBack Program
c/o Ten Point Coalition
215 Forest Hills Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(p) 617-524-4331
Every dollar will be used to purchase gift cards in exchange for guns taken off the streets.
Today the City of Boston Credit Union released:
City of Boston Credit Union Joins Aim For Peace
City of Boston Credit Union takes a stand against gun violence by becoming a Community Partner in the City of Boston’s “Aim For Peace” Campaign. The Credit Union has donated $5,000.00 to support the efforts of the 2006 Boston Gun Buyback program.
The City of Boston established “Aim For Peace” in hopes of silencing gun violence in the city. The program offers members of the community the opportunity to anonymously turn in weapons with “no questions asked.” In exchange for the weapon the individual will receive a $200 Target Gift Card. For more information about “Aim For Peace” call 1-888-GUNTIPS or visit www.cityofboston.gov/aimforpeace.
In order for “Aim For Peace” to continue to be a success, funds needed to be replenished to purchase the $200 Target Gift Cards. Recognizing the importance of this program to help curb youth violence in the City of Boston, the Directors of City of Boston Credit Union voted to become a Community Partner. President and Chairman of the Board, Thomas Tinlin, states, “it is with pleasure that the Credit Union partners with “Aim For Peace”. We consider this a great opportunity to play a part in the positive impact the program will have on the City of Boston.”
City of Boston Credit Union was established in 1915 and is one of the oldest credit unions in the country. City of Boston Credit Union is operated on the premise of “People Helping People”, providing a safe and trustworthy financial institution to guide members in achieving financial success. City of Boston Credit Union offers competitive loan rates and high-yield deposit accounts, with convenience services including online banking and bill pay service.
City of Boston Credit Union’s administrative offices are located at One Union Street, Boston with branch offices located in Boston City Hall, Room 242, 1010 Morrissey Boulevard in Dorchester and 77 Spring Street in West Roxbury, which will open on July 17, 2006. For more information about City of Boston Credit Union call 617-635-4545 or visit www.cityofbostoncu.com.
GOT WHEELS?
OVER 100 CITY STUDENTS REWARDED WITH NEW
BICYCLES FOR PERFECT ATTENDANCE
WHO: Boston Police Superintendent in Chief Albert E. Goslin; Boston Police Activities League Director Bill Stoddard; Members of the Boston Police Command Staff and the Tactical Bicycle Unit; Boston Police Athletic League Board Members; over 100 3rd – 5th grade students and their proud parents and guardians
WHAT: As a reward for outstanding academic achievement, over 100 Boston Public School students will receive new bicycles and helmets. The Boston Police Athletic League (PAL) funded this initiative as a way of congratulating the students for their 100% attendance record. Youth Service Officers’ from each of the 11 police districts have worked closely with each of these dedicated pupils since the beginning of the school year.
Today the students will come to police headquarters and pick up their new ride accessorized with a new safety helmet. They will then participate in a “bike rodeo” behind police headquarters and receive valuable safety tips from the officers of the Tactical Bicycle Unit.
WHERE: Boston Police Headquarters
Southwest Corridor Parkway and Basketball Court
WHEN: Thursday June 22, 2006
1:00 PM
INFO: The Police Athletic League is a strong, local organization with the resource and credibility to bring focus and attention to the youth development field and to connect young people in low-crime neighborhoods with responsible adults in school and during their out-of-school time. The overall goal of PAL’s programming is to involve youth in meaningful activities that will counter some of the negative forces in their lives and give them greater opportunities for future success. PAL strengthens the relationship between police officers and youth in the neighborhoods of Boston by providing opportunities for them to participate together in recreational, cultural, social and educational activities.
At approximately 4:30am this morning, officers from District E-5 responded to an emergency call reporting that an off-duty Boston Police officer had been injured as a result of a department firearm discharge. Officer Joseph Behnke was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital and has been treated and released for a non-life threatening injury. The BPD Firearm Investigation Team is investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident.
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Officers from District 2 responded to 36 Washington Street in Roxbury, a Boston Fire Department Building, at about 10:34pm on a report of a person shot. On arrival officers found a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the side area. The victim was treated and transported to the Boston Medical Center where he is being treated for a non-life threatening injury.
Police located a crime scene at Blue Hill Avenue and Supple Street. Preliminary investigations appear the victim was shot at this location and fled to the firehouse. No arrests have been made. Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to contact police at 617-343-4270 or remain anonymous by calling the Boston Police Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - June 19th, 2005 vs. 2006.
View Data on YTD Part One Crime (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)
View Data on YTD Shootings (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)
View Data on YTD Firearm Arrests (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)
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Firearm Arrest at Folsom and Dudley Streets
Last night around 7:27pm, officers in District 2 Drug Control Unit responded to the area of Folsom and Dudley Streets for recent complaints of drug activity and shots fired calls. Officers observed the suspect enter the residence and then exit a short time later. This type of activity along with the officer training and experience is consistent with a drug transaction. Dorchester residents Aaron Dudley, 18, was charged with Unlawful Possession of Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition and Distribution of Class D also arrested was Wendell Nunes, 23 for Possession with Intent to Distribute Class D. Officers recovered one firearm and drugs from the suspects.
Three People Arrested After Loud Party
This morning around 12:06am, officers in District 14 responded to 130 Englewood Avenue for numerous loud party calls. On arrival officers could hear loud music turning onto Englewood Avenue from Chestnut Hill Avenue and officers observed about 15 people outside of the residence. Officers entered the apartment and informed the tenants that they needed to disperse the party and turn the music off. Once again officers asked several more time to disperse the party but to no avail. Brighton residents Lisa Zogalis, 22, Christine Zogalis, 22, and Kathryn Oberlander, 22, were arrested and charged with Disturbing the Peace and Keepers of a Disorderly House.
At approximately 4:04pm, police responded to Congress & North Streets for a report of a person stabbed. A male victim in his 40's was transported to Massachusetts General Hospital with a life threatening stab wound(s). He has since been pronounced deceased. One male suspect was taken into custody. The investigation is ongoing and anyone with any information about the incident is asked to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or the Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
At approximately 4:04pm, police responded to Congress & North Streets for a report of a person stabbed. Preliminarily, one male victim has been transported to Massachusetts General Hospital with a life threatening stab wound(s).
Dedham Man Arrested with Gun After Street Robbery
Officers from District 4 and a Mass State Trooper arrested 31-year-old Shondel Stoner of Dedham at about 2:50am this morning charging him with armed robbery. Officers were called to Tremont and Lenox Streets for a robbery report and were informed that a State Trooper had a suspect in custody. According to the male victim, while standing at the bus stop at Tremont Street and Douglass Park, Stoner approached him from behind and displayed a gun demanding money. The victim handed over some cash and Stoner walked away. The Trooper was flagged down by the victim and stopped the suspect until Boston officers arrived. Officers recovered the victim’s money from the suspect and a loaded 380 handgun was also recovered. Stoner will be arraigned today in Boston Municipal Court for the robbery and illegal gun charges.
Westwood Man Arrested After Lil Peach Robbery
Officers in District 5 responded to 7 Spring Street for a robbery in progress at the Lil Peach convenience store. As officers arrived they observed a male suspect running behind 15 Spring Street. The officers followed the suspect behind the gas station when he turned towards the officers exposing a knife with an open blade sticking out of his pants. The officers, using tremendous restraint ordered the suspect to the ground. The suspect, Stephen Kirby, 42, of Westwood, was arrested and the knife recovered. Also recovered was a bag containing 5 cartons of cigarettes and cash taken during the robbery. Kirby will face a judge today in West Roxbury District Court.
Trio Arrested Possessing Gun with Obliterated Serial Numbers
Officers in District 11 responded for a person with a knife call at 90 Rosseter Street at 11:21pm last evening. Investigating officers were directed to a vehicle, a 2007 Toyota Camry with three occupants. The operator of the car Elias Delacruz, 39, of Roxbury appeared intoxicated and was arrested for operating under the influence of alcohol. During the inquiry a loaded Smith and Wesson 380 handgun was recovered inside the car. Two other passengers, Israel Delacruz, 28, of Roxbury and Terry Keith, 32 of Mattapan, were also arrested in connection with the gun and drug charges. All three will be in Dorchester District Court today.
Bike Patrol Arrest Nine and Recover Two Loaded Guns
At 8:14pm last night officers assigned to the Tactical Bicycle Unit were patrolling the area of Almont Park in Mattapan. They observed a group of nine males inside the basketball courts drinking from beer bottles and other alcohol drinks. Upon further investigation, officers discovered two loaded guns, one equipped with a laser site, wrapped in a t-shirt next to the group. Immediately the group began to run from the officers in an attempt to flee. Additional officers from District 3 assisted the bike officers and all nine men were arrested after a brief pursuit. Mateo Portlock, 20, of Boston was charged with the illegal possession of the guns. Others arrested for drinking in public included; Eric Davis, 22, of Dorchester, Rashad Greaves, 28, of Jamaica Plain, David Coleman, 19, of Dorchester and four juvenile males from Boston.
Massachusetts State Police Trooper Paul Barry
On Thursday June 15, 2006, Massachusetts State Police Trooper Paul Barry died as a result of an accident while on duty. The funeral services for Trooper Barry will be held at Saint Mark Church, 1725 Dorchester Avenue in Dorchester. The wake will be held on Monday from 2:00pm to 8:00pm and the Funeral Services on Tuesday at 11:00am.
On Monday June 19, 2006 and Tuesday June 20, 2006, there will be no parking on the following Streets:
Dorchester Avenue (Both sides, from Melville Avenue to Talbot Avenue)
Welles Avenue (Both sides, Talbot Avenue to Dorchester Avenue)
Chevrus Street (South side, from Dorchester Avenue, 100 feet back)
Talbot Avenue (North side, from Welles Avenue to Argyle St.)
On Monday June 19, 2006 at 12:00pm, Welles Avenue/ Talbot Avenue and Welles Avenue/ Dorchester Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic.
At 4:00pm, all traffic outbound on Dorchester Avenue will be diverted toward Adams Street and all traffic inbound on Dorchester Avenue will be diverted onto Talbot Avenue or Ashmont Street.
On Tuesday June 20, 2006 at 7:30am, the following Streets will be closed to vehicular access:
Welles Avenue and Talbot Avenue
Welles Avenue and Dorchester Avenue
Dorchester Avenue and Talbot Avenue
Dorchester Avenue and Ashmont Street
At the following locations no traffic will be allowed inbound toward St. Mark Church:
Dorchester Avenue and Wrentham Street
Dorchester Avenue and Edwin Street
At the following locations no traffic will be allowed toward Dorchester Avenue:
Dorchester Avenue and Lonsdale Street
Lonsdale Street and Florida Street
Samoset Street and Roseland Street
St. Mark Road and Glenrose Road
Adams Street and Parkman Street
At the following locations no traffic will be allowed outbound toward St. Mark Church:
Dorchester Avenue and Centre Avenue
Dorchester Avenue and Whitten Street
Dorchester Avenue and Centre Street
Dorchester Avenue and Mather Street
Dorchester Avenue and Dix Street
Dorchester Avenue and Parkman Street
Dorchester Avenue and Melville Avenue
Dorchester Avenue and Park Street
At Dorchester Avenue and Gibson Street all traffic will proceed on Gibson Street toward Adams Street.
And Then There Were Three
At about 2:00am this morning officers in District 14 observed a large group of males arguing in the street outside the Wonder Bar, 186 Harvard Avenue, Allston. While dispersing the crowd, officers observed one of the males turn towards their police wagon and punch the hood with a closed fist. He then turned away and refused to leave the street. Officers arrested Quanme Bounthisane, 23, of Waltham for being a disorderly person. While escorting Bounthisane to the wagon, he became aggressive and refused to be put inside the wagon. As the officers struggled with Bounthisane, a second male approached them and began to interfere with the arrest. This male was demanding an explanation from the officers as to the arrest of Bounthisane. He was told to back away several times until peace was restored and he refused. At one point he began to solicit help from other members of the crowd. Shayan Pal, 25, of Watertown was then arrested for disorderly conduct himself and joined Bounthisane in the wagon. Several of Bounthisane’s pals then showed up at the police station and became very disruptive inside the station. The individuals continued to interfere with the operation of the station and wee asked to leave. One of the men, Pedro Escobar, 26, of Waltham, entered the station on two more occasions and continued to be disruptive. He was asked one last time to leave and when he refused he was arrested inside the station for trespassing. All three will be arraigned in Brighton District Court on Monday.
Man Assaulted in East Boston
A 23-year-old man was assaulted by a group of men in the area of 900 Saratoga Street at 11:25pm last night. Officers located the victim suffering from several wounds to his head and face. According to witnesses a group of about 10-12 men attacked the victim and fled the area in two separate cars. The victim was taken to Mass. General Hospital for further treatment. Detectives from District 7 are investigating.
9mm Recovered After Foot Chase
Officers in District 3 were on patrol in the area of Fuller Street and Washington Street in Dorchester last evening around 5:51pm. Officers made observations of two men standing on the corner holding a gray box. Upon seeing the offices both men fled on foot one clutching the gray box. The suspect holding the box climbed a fence in an attempt to elude the officers. The suspect’s shirt became tangled on the top of the fence and the suspect was stuck hanging upside down on the fence. The gray box that he was holding fell to the ground and broke open causing a loaded 9mm handgun to fall out. The suspect who was now dangling over the weapon fell to the ground and continued running from officers leaving his shirt stuck to the fence. He was caught a short distance later on nearby Fairmont Street. Daniel Torres, 19, of Dorchester was arrested for the gun and will be in Dorchester District Court on Monday. The second male a 16-year-old Juvenile from Dorchester was also arrested in connection with the firearm.
Noel has been located and is safe and sound at home with his family
At 3:28pm on June 17, 2006 officers from District 2 responded to Gaston Street in Roxbury for a report of a missing person with complications. Officers were informed that the missing man is profoundly mentally retarded and has limited speech ability and has not been seen since this afternoon. His name is Noel Roldan and is described as white Hispanic male, 5’4”. He was last seen wearing a red shirt, blue jeans and white sneakers. The victim does not have any friends or family in the area. The victim does have a brother in Lynn but lacks the ability to make his way there.
Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of Noel Roldan or who may have seen a person matching this description is urged to contact the Boston Police.
Robbery Suspect Found Hiding Behind Tree
Officers from District 2 responded to and armed robbery call at about 8:13pm last night in Washington Park at Dale Street and Regent Street in Roxbury. According to the victim she was approached by two males armed with a gun that robbed her of money and personal belongings. Responding officers observed a suspect matching the description given by officers hiding behind a tree on Walnut Avenue. After a brief foot chase, the suspect was caught and positively identified by the victim. Marcus Dozier, 35, of Roxbury will be charged with the robbery and drug charges. The second suspect remains at-large.
Seven Arrested At East Boston Party
Police were called to 176 Everett Street around 8:31pm last night for a large group of males partying and drinking outside. Officers observed a group of males in the field drinking beer and playing music very loudly. Several neighbors informed the police that this is a regular occurrence. As the officers approached the group they began to yell at the officers threatening to resort to physical violence if the officers tried to break up their get together. Backup was called and the oh so brave partygoers were now outnumbered by the boys in blue. After several attempts by officers to have the music turned off and the crown disperse seven men including the homeowner and his son, were arrested for disorderly conduct. Those arrested were; Edward Ascolillo, 54, and Edward Ascolillo Jr., 30, of East Boston, John Frisco, 35, of Saugus, Michael Melito, 33, of Melrose, Kevin Ryan, 38, of Norwell, Alfred Gardner, 27, of Medford and John Dunderdale, 39, of Revere. All will be in east Boston Court on Monday morning.
Boston Police are investigating a double shooting that occured on Fayston Street at about 8:41pm this evening. Officers from District 2 responded to 38 Fayston Street for a person shot. Two 18-year-old male victims, one with a gunshot wound to the leg the other with a gunshot wound to the back, were located and taken to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries. This incident remains under investigation by district detectives.
Person Shot at 26 Horan Way
Last night around 11:15pm, officers in District 13 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 26 Huron Way. On arrival officers observed the victim, a 17-year-old black male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was treated by Boston Ems and transported to an area hospital where he is being treated for non-life threatening injuries.
Gun Arrest on Allstate Road
Last night around 10:13pm, officers from the Youth Violence Strike Force heard about 3 to 4 loud shots. Minute’s later officers observed silver motor vehicle operating at a high rate of speed without headlights down New Market Square Road. Officers attempted to make a motor vehicle stop by activating their emergency equipment, but the suspects refused to stop for officers. The suspect’s vehicle made an erratic turn striking a motor vehicle at Allstate Road and 93 South. The two victims’ in the motor vehicle were transported to area hospital for non-life threatening injuries.
Dorchester resident Daniel Martin, 20, was charged with Dangerous Weapon Unlawfully Carried, unlawful Possession of Firearm, Possession of Firearm with Altered Serial Numbered and Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, and Johnathan Santos, 18, was charged with Dangerous Weapon Unlawfully Carried, Unlawful Possession of Firearm, Possession of Firearm with altered Serial Numbers and Speeding. Also arrested was Danielson Fernandes, 20, of New Bedford was charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Firearm with Altered Serial Numbers and Unlawful Possession of Ammunition. Officers did recover 2 Firearm from the suspects.
About 12:25am this morning, officers from District 18 responded to a call for shots fired at 1 Rosa Street. Upon arrival officers located a victim inside of a motor vehicle suffering from multiple gun shot wounds. The victim was transported to an area hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are actively investigating this incident and urge anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous call the Boston Police Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS
ClearChannel Boston Outdoor Donates Billboards to Buyback Program
A Sampling of the 127 Collected “Buyback” Firearms To Be On Display
WHO: Mayor Thomas M. Menino; Boston Police Superintendent-in-Chief Albert E. Goslin; ClearChannel Boston Outdoor President Drew Hoffman; Boston Ten Point Coalition Executive Director Pastor WHAT: ClearChannel Outdoor has teamed up with Mayor Menino, the Boston Police Department and members of the community to heighten awareness for the 2006 Boston Gun Buyback, “Aim For Peace”. This event will unveil the first of thirty billboards to be located around the city. Participants will also share information related to the program’s increasing success. Many of the 127 guns collected will be on display. WHERE: Gun Buyback Billboard WHEN: Friday June 16, 2006
Washington Street (75 ft. South of Dimock Street)
Roxbury
10:00AM
INFO: “Aim For Peace” is the latest action put forth by the Mayor’s Strategic Crime Council and it’s six-pronged crime strategy to aggressively address crime issues. Working closely with community partners, the development of this important program is intended to proactively take guns off the street and send a strong message to violent criminals that we will not allow our streets to be overridden with crime. Together, we are encouraging youth to reject a life of crime and violence and embrace a life of hope and peace. For more information on the Aim For Peace program, please call 1-888-GUNTIPS or visit www.cityofboston.gov/aimforpeace.
Drug Arrest on Landor Road
Last night around 8:10pm, District 3’s Drug Control Unit conducted a drug surveillance of Landor Road due to numerous drug complaints. Dorchester resident Joshua Hightower, 20, was charged with Distribution of Class B within 1000 feet of a School Zone and Jonas Jones, 48, was charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B within a School Zone.
Unarmed Robbery Arrest
This morning while performing a detail at Pine Street Inn a witness approached the officer and stated that there was a male with one leg passed out at the Mobile Gas Station. The officer was also informed that a male was going through his pockets and taking money out. When the officer approached the victim he observed the suspect sitting next to the victim hugging him. Jesus Falconi, 37, of Boston was arrested for Unarmed Robbery. Both parties appear to be under the influence of alcohol.
This morning at approximately 11:35am, officers from District 5 responded to a radio call for a bank robbery at the Cooperative Bank located at 40 Belgrade Avenue in Roslindale. Officers spoke with witnesses that stated the suspect entered the bank, passed a note, and was given an undisclosed amount of U.S. currency before fleeing on foot.
Witnesses reported to police that the suspect was given a dye pack and police were led to 3 Conway Street where they observed red stains on door handles and walls leading to a third floor apartment. When one suspect answered the door, he was freshly showered, however, the bathtub was stained red.
A 14 year-old juvenile was arrested and will be charged with Armed Robbery. Peter Charles, 17, of Roslindale, who was found hiding in a bedroom in the apartment will be charged as an Accessory After a Crime and arraigned in West Roxbury District Court tomorrow.
Program Partners Asking Local Corporations to Donate Funds
Every dollar received will be used to purchase gift cards in exchange for guns taken off the streets
The new Boston Gun Buyback Program is off to a strong start. As of this morning (June 14,2006), we have collected 100 firearms turned into police and community drop-off locations. As a result of the program’s success, funds for gift cards are running low. This is a “call to action” for local corporations to join our efforts to decrease youth violence and take guns off the streets of Boston.
“These are high-powered handguns that are used every day in crimes in our city”, commented Boston Police Deputy Superintendent Darrin Greeley. “Young men from the neighborhoods hardest hit by violence are laying down their arms in a major step towards peace.”
On Tuesday June 13th, a Ruger .22 caliber assault rifle with 2 high capacity clips was turned at a Hyde Park drop-off location. At a Dorchester site, an individual turned in a .45 semi-automatic in perfect condition. Monday’s collection included a .40 caliber Sig Sauer, a 9 mm Smith & Wesson, a .25 caliber handgun (all from young men of color in their twenties), and 2 handguns were turned into a minister in Grove Hall by a grandmother who found them in her grandson’s room.
“These are not junk guns from someone’s attic,” stated Jorge Martinez of Project Right, one of the community partners of the Buyback program. “Critics can feel free to live in our neighborhoods for a week and see if they’re happy to have these deadly weapons off the street.”
Mayor Thomas Menino, the Boston Police and community partners have developed a tight program, which effectively reaches out to Boston residents and turns away guns that are not in good condition.
“We will accept rifles and shotguns, but are not giving out gift cards for them,” stated Deputy Greeley. “At this rate we will run out of gift cards by end of today because participation in the program is so strong.”
Businesses or individuals wishing to support the program and take a gun off the street can send contributions to:
BuyBack Program
c/o Ten Point Coalition
215 Forest Hills Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
(p) 617-524-4331
Every dollar will be used to purchase gift cards in exchange for guns taken off the streets.
Warrant Arrest at Blue Hill Avenue and Woodhaven Street
Last night around 9:45pm officers in District 3 arrested Jerry Mitchell, 20, of Mattapan for an outstanding warrant for Assault by means of Dangerous Weapon (gun), Operating Motor Vehicle without a License and Possession with Intent to Distribute Class D.
Man Arrested After Running a Red Light
Last night around 10:50pm an officer in District 13 observed a suspect run a red light at Centre and Thomas Streets. The officers pulled over the motor vehicle and requested a license and registration from the operator. The operator responded by saying that he only had a permit and the passenger had a license. Further investigation by officers revealed that the operator’s license to operate was suspended. Officers also observed in plain view a brown leafy cigarette with what appeared to be marijuana wrapped inside. Luis Colon, 29, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Operating after Revocation or Suspension and Possession of Class D.
Two Men Arrested for Affray
This morning officers in District 1 assisted a detail officer with a fight at 40 Boylston Street. On arrival officers observed a large group at that location with two males involved in a fight. Edward Strong, 27, of Waltham and Jesse Cheek, 39, of Hyde Park were arrested and charged with Affray.
This afternoon at about 1:40pm, officers assigned to District 15 responded to a radio call for a robbery in progress at the Sovereign Bank at 437 Rutherford Avenue in Charlestown. Two suspects, Anthony Vardenski, 36, and Edward Reid, 43, both of Charlestown attempted to flee from the bank in a stolen vehicle refusing to stop for police officers. The suspects fled into an address on Tibbett’s Town Way in Charlestown where they were apprehended.
Investigators from District 1 and the Bank Robbery Task Force searched the apartment that the suspects fled into and recovered an undisclosed amount of U.S. Currency, as well as other items used in the robbery. Vardenski is charged with Unarmed Bank Robbery. Reid is charged with Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle and Unarmed Bank Robbery. Both suspects will be arraigned in the Charlestown District Court on Wednesday morning.
Last night at about 10:43pm, officers from Boston Police Special Operations Unit and District 11 responded to 6 Owencroft Street on a report of a person shot. On scene, officers confirmed that Nhuan Nguyen, 19, of Dorchester was shot at that location. Boston EMS treated and transported the victim to the Boston Medical Center where she was pronounced dead.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are investigating this homicide and ask anyone with information about this incident to contact them at 617-343-4470 or at the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
Note: the original posting incorrectly spelled the victim's last name and age. The change was made, the info posted above is now the correct info.
Officers assigned to the Youth Violence Strike Force observed a male last night at about 8:52pm on Washington Street near Melville Avenue in Dorchester suffering from a stab wound. The victim, James Green, 28, of Dorchester, was treated and transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are currently investigating this death and ask anyone with information about this stabbing to contact them at 617-343-4470 or at the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
MEDIA ALERT
The Boston Police Department has received numerous media inquiries relating to a potential delay in police response to the homicide that occurred last night at 6 Owencroft Street. in Dorchester. After an internal review of our response to this incident, we have established the following timeline of events:
TIME DETAILS
10:33 PM 911 receives a call for a group threatening the residence of 6 Owencroft Street.
10:34 PM Second 911 call received stating four to five males outside the residence of 6 Owencroft Street and making life-threatening comments.
10:37 PM Two Boston Police Units are dispatched to investigate a report of a group threatening. Simultaneously the dispatcher calls back the caller to confirm that the address is 6 Owencroft and not 60 Owencroft.
10:43 PM 911 receives a calls for shots fired at 6 Owencroft Street. Dispatcher upgrades call to BPD units en route.
10:44 PM BPD Unit arrives on-scene and confirms shots have been fired and person shot.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are currently investigating this shooting and ask anyone with information about this incident to contact them at 617-343-4470 or at the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
Man Arrested for Possession of Gun
Last night at approximately 6:50pm, officers in the Youth Violence Strike Force observed several individuals on 33 Holborn Street. These individuals were known to the officers for a gun recovery in the area that happened one hour prior. The suspects appeared suspicious as they sat in a motor vehicle, resulting in the officers conducting a threshold inquiry on the three suspects. After searching the persons, officers recovered an unloaded handgun from passenger Frederick Henderson, 22, of Roxbury. He was arrested and charged with Unlawful Carrying of a Handgun and Unlawful Possession of Ammunition. The other two suspects were released and the weapon was seized.
New York Woman Forced into Prostitution; Two Arrests Made
Early this morning, officers from District 1 responded to a radio call at 230 Stuart Street for a kidnapping. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the victim, a 46-year-old Buffalo, N.Y. woman, who stated she was forced to work as a prostitute in Rochester and Syracuse before coming to Boston. The two suspects who forced her to work as a prostitute brought her to Boston and threatened her numerous times if she went to the police. With a description of the vehicle, officers were able to pull over the suspects and place them into custody. Harrell Bonner, 53, of Niagara Falls, N.Y., and Maureen Bowman, 44, of Phoenix, Ariz. were arrested and charged with Kidnapping, Support from a Prostitute’s Earnings, Assault with Intent to Commit a Felony, Procuring Person to Practice Prostitution and Detaining a Person in Place for Prostitution.
Officers from Boston Police Special Operations Unit and District 11 responded to 6 Owencroft Street last night at 10:43pm on a report of a person shot. On scene, officers confirmed a female was shot at that location. Boston EMS treated and transported the victim to the Boston Medical Center where she was pronounced dead.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are currently investigating this shooting and ask anyone with information about this incident to contact them at 617-343-4470 or at the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
Officers from the Boston Police Special Operations Unit and District 11 responded to a radio call for a person shot tonight at 10:43pm at 6 Owencroft Street in Dorchester. On arrival officers observed a female suffering from a gun shot wound. She was treated by Boston EMS and transported to the Boston Medical Center where she is being treated for a life threatening injury.
This evening at about 8:52pm, officers assigned to the Youth Violence Strike Force observed a male on Washington Street near Melville Avenue in Dorchester suffering from a stab wound. The male victim was treated and transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are currently investigating this death and ask anyone with information about this stabbing to contact them at 617-343-4470 or at the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
Memebers of the Youth Violence Strike Force while on patrol observed a male at Lyndhurst Street and Washington Street tonight at about 8:52pm. Police confirmed this victim was suffering from a stab wound. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where his injuries are considered life threatening.
DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, MAYOR MENINO, D.A. CONLEY TO OFFICIALLY OPEN FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER OF BOSTON ON TUESDAY
BOSTON—Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel F. Conley on Tuesday, June 13 will provide a tour of the new Family Justice Center of Boston for representatives from the federal Department of Justice, which awarded the grant to fund the establishment of the facility that serves victims of domestic and sexual violence and child abuse. Following the tour, federal officials will join the mayor, district attorney, and other local officials in officially opening the center, located at 989 Commonwealth Avenue in Brighton.
The media is invited to set up at 10:00 a.m. for the 10:30 a.m. ceremony, and at 11:00 a.m. the speaking program will open the Family Justice Center. Featured speakers will include Diane Stuart of the Office of Violence Against Women, the federal agency that oversees the FJC grant program; Mayor Menino, District Attorney Conley; Lt. Gov. Kerry Healey; Boston Police; and a domestic violence survivor. The latter will address how the consolidation of agencies and organizations housed at the Family Justice Center simplifies and streamlines the seeking justice and other services.
Numerous on-site partners will also be on-hand at tomorrow’s event to explain the specific services they provide. The FJCB will serve residents of Boston, Chelsea, Revere and Winthrop, and will offer as broad a range of services striving to meet the needs of victims of domestic and sexual violence and child abuse and to hold offenders accountable.
The new center will house advocates from community-based non-profit groups and victim services organizations; specialized detectives and prosecutors; governmental domestic violence specialists; forensic medical professionals; civil attorneys; chaplains; and volunteers. The secured facility, in which renovations are ongoing, was donated by the city through Mayor Menino’s leadership.
About 1:40am this morning officers from District 3 were called to 1000 Blue Hill Avenue, the Caribbean Culture Center, for a person shot. Officers located three victims all suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. One victim, Rashaan Dowman, 24, of Dorchester was pronounced dead at the scene, two others were taken to an area hospital.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives continue to investigate yesterday’s shooting at 1000 Blue Hill Avenue in Dorchester. Investigators are asking people that were inside the club (before, during, or after) the shooting, and witnessed anything, to contact the Boston Police Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS. This is an anonymous tip line where people with information about the shooting may provide it to police without identifying themselves.
On June 7, 2006 at about 1:50pm, officers from District 11 responded to 189 Bowdoin Street in Dorchester for a report of two people shot. On arrival officers discovered two males suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Both victims, Gregory Josey, 18, of Roxbury and Kenny Murray, 21, of Roxbury were transported to the Boston Medical Center where they were pronounced dead.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances around these deaths. Investigators urge anyone with information about this incident to contact them at 617-343-4470 or the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
2006 Boston Gun Buyback “Aim For Peace”
Begins Monday June 12th at Noon
Final Team Meeting to Kick-Off Buyback and Collect Gift Cards
WHO: Boston Police Deputy Superintendent Darrin Greeley; Boston Ten Point Coalition Executive Director Pastor Chris Sumner; Project RIGHT Executive Director Jorge Martinez; Boston Police Community Service officers, numerous community and faith-based organizations
WHAT: Tomorrow morning, the Boston Police Department and members of the community will gather one final time immediately prior to the official start of the 2006 Boston Gun Buyback, “Aim For Peace”. The buyback program begins tomorrow Monday, June 12th at noon. The group will meet to review turn-in rules and procedures. Official drop-off sites will also receive their Target® gift cards. This “no questions asked” program will allow individuals to dispose of firearms without fear of charges for illegal possession when turning in the gun. The one-month program that begins tomorrow asks city residents to “Aim For Peace” and turn in a gun at various designated drop-off sites citywide in exchange for a $200.00 Target ® gift card.
WHY: “Aim For Peace” is the latest action put forth by the Mayor’s Strategic Crime Council and it’s six-pronged crime strategy to aggressively address crime issues. Working closely with community partners, the development of this important program is intended to proactively take guns off the street and send a strong message to violent criminals that we will not allow our streets to be overridden with crime. Together, we are encouraging youth to reject a life of crime and violence and embrace a life of hope and peace.
WHERE: Boston Ten Point Coalition
215 Forest Hills St., Jamaica Plain
WHEN: Monday June 12, 2006
10:30 AM
At 7:40pm, officers responded to 177 Bunker Hill Street on a report of a person shot. Officers on scene located a victim suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the Massachusetts General Hospital where he is being treated for a non-life threatening injury.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives continue to investigate this mornings shooting at 1000 Blue Hill Avenue in Dorchester. Investigators are asking people that were inside the club (before, during, or after) the shooting, and witnessed anything, to contact the Boston Police Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS. This is an anonymous tip line where people with information about the shooting may provide it to police without identifying themselves.
Cambridge Cab Driver Cries No Fare
Officers in District 4 observed a Cambridge taxi pick up two females at 350 Boylston Street at about 2:50am this morning. Officers stopped the taxi and were told by the driver, “Boston cabs pick up in Cambridge all the time.” Officers informed the driver, 53-year-old Gergi Daaboul of Woburn, that he was under arrest for violating out of town cab City Ordinance. The officers called a Boston cab for the two females.
Loaded 9mm Recovered During Traffic Stop
Officers in District 3 stopped a vehicle traveling on Harvard Street for operating without headlights illuminated at about 2:40am this morning. Officers discovered that the operator, Dwayne Holliday, 19, of Dorchester had a suspended license. Officers discovered a loaded 9mm handgun inside the car. A rear seat passenger, James Jones, 26, of Mattapan was arrested and charged with the unlawful possession of the gun. Holliday will be summonsed into court for the license violation.
Six Juveniles Arrested Drinking in Arboretum
Officers in District 5 responded to the Arnold Arboretum at 8:27pm last night on a report of young people drinking. Officers observed five males and one female all drinking from open Budweiser cans of beer. The juveniles, ages 15 and 16, were arrested and had their parents notified.
Dorchester Man Arrested with Loaded Gun
Officers in District 11 responded to 69 Sumner Street at 6:47am yesterday on a report of three males in the rear yard acting suspicious. As officers spoke with the suspects, they discovered a loaded gun in the waistband of one of the men. Terryl Dubose, 18, of Dorchester was arrested for the illegal possession of the gun. Officers also arrested Markeese Skinner, 18, of Dorchester and Joseph Rodriguez, 20, of Norwood for trespassing.
About 1:40am this morning officers from District 3 were called to 1000 Blue Hill Avenue, the Caribbean Culture Center, for a person shot. Officers located three victims all suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. One victim was pronounced dead at the scene, two others were taken to an area hospital.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are actively investigating this incident and urge anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous call the Boston Police Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS
At 6:48pm this evening officers in District 4 responded to 130 Dartmouth Street for a pedestrian struck by a car. A 40-year-old male victim was found pinned under a taxicab with a severe leg injury. The victim was taken to an area hospital and was immediately taken into surgery. He is expected to survive. Preliminary investigation indicates that that the victim was involved in an argument with a passenger inside the cab and banging on the window of the cab. The cab driver exited his cab and confronted the victim and was assaulted. The cab driver entered his cab and drove towards the victim striking him in the leg. The cab driver, 52-year-old Aden Osman of Everett was arrested and charged with Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon, Driving to Endanger and Reckless/Negligent Operation. He will be arraigned in Boston Municipal Court on Monday morning.
Officers in District 2 responded to a call for a person shot at Dacia and Dewey Streets just after 3:00pm this afternoon. A 29-year-old male victim was found suffering from apparent gunshot wounds and was taken to an area hospital. Hospital officials confirm the victim suffered from multiple gunshot wounds to the legs and hand. His injuries are considered non-life threatening. Detectives are investigating.
Four People Arrested at Clifton Street and Blue Hill Avenue
Early this morning officers in District 2 responded to Clifton Street and Blue Hill Avenue for a large crowd at the Breezeway. Upon arrival officers observed several people walking in the street obstructing traffic and creating a danger to themselves and motorists. Officers began to disperse the crowd when several members of the crowd became hostile towards officers. Tonita Rivera, 34, of Mattapan charged with Disorderly Person, Troy Jenkins, 33, of Dorchester charged with Assault and Battery on a Police Officer. Also arrested was Christian White, 27, of Dorchester and Keon Scott, 28, of Mattapan both charged with Disorderly Person and Assault and Battery on a Police Officer.
Man Arrested for Stolen Vehicle
Early this morning officers in District 1 responded to a radio call to investigate a person attempting to steal a Motorcycle at Public Alley 301. On arrival officers observed the suspect standing near the door to an apartment. The caller stated to officers that he heard a loud banging noise outside and observed the suspect attempting to start the motorcycle. David Peach, 23, of Scituate was placed under arrest and charged with Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle.
This morning around 10:50am officers in District 11 responded to 569 Washington Street (Citizen Bank) for a Robbery in progress. On arrival officers spoke with security who stated that the suspect passed a note attempting to rob the bank and fled on foot. Officers broadcasted a description of the suspect and moments later the suspect was apprehended at 68 Kenwood Street. Roger Hicks, 43, of New Hampshire was arrested and charged with Unarmed Robbery (bank), also had 3 outstanding warrants for Uttering or Publishing False Writings, Operating Motor Vehicle Without a License and Armed Robbery.
Revere Man Gives 5 Grand to Stranger
A 63-year-old Revere man received a phone call from an unknown person impersonating his nephew who stated he was in trouble and needed $8,500. The victim agreed to meet his nephew’s friend at a T station to give him $5,000 in cash. The friend met the victim and the exchange was made. The friend, Charlie, said that the victim’s nephew would be along shortly, but he never arrived. When the victim went home and called his nephew who lived in Florida, the nephew stated he knew nothing about the phone call.
Four Arrested for Vandalizing 13 Cars
Last night at approximately 2:44am, officers responded to a radio call for vandalism in progress at Kilmarnock Street and Park Drive. Officers spoke to a witness of the incident who stated that two white males and two white females were walking up the street and kicking the side mirrors off of multiple cars. Four suspects who fit the description were found and positively identified as the suspects. Sasha Cohen, 20, Brandon Graeter, 23, and Abraham Pieciak, 22, all of Roxbury, and Megan Donovan, 19, of Nashua, N.H., were all arrested on vandalism charges. Officers seized a shoulder bag from Cohen that contained two side rearview mirrors. A total of 13 vehicles were damaged in the incident.
Members of the Youth Violence Strike Force and United States Marshall Service arrested 22-year-old Michael Bohannon in Chicago today, charging him with the 2002 murder of Adornous Hazelwood. Bohannon was taken into custody at a residence at 547 East 73rd Street, Chicago.
It is alleged that on the afternoon of April 1, 2002, Bohannon gunned down Hazelwood after a failed attempt earlier in the day. Hazelwood was shot while he was standing near a group of people just blocks from his home. He was taken to area hospital and pronounced dead a short time later.
This case was broadcast on America’s Most Wanted in February of this year. Since that airing many calls have come in with information as to Bohannon and his possible whereabouts. Investigators in Boston along with agents of the United States Marshall Service worked tirelessly on these tips that eventually led them to Chicago. Boston authorities working together with members of the Great Lakes Fugitive Task Force set up surveillance on the East 73rd Street address. Bohannon was observed as he came out onto a porch to water some flowers. Once authorities identified Bohannon, they surrounded the house and took him into custody without incident. Bohannon is scheduled for a Rendition Hearing in Chicago in the morning. If he chooses not to fight rendition, Bohannon could be back in Boston as early as tomorrow.
“The Boston Police Department continues to work tirelessly to bring murderers to justice,” Superintendent-in-Chief, Albert E. Goslin said of Bohannon’s arrest. “It may take time to build the case, to get it right, but this Department will never give up.” Chief Goslin also acknowledged the extraordinary efforts of the United States Marshall Service and their continued cooperation and support of the Boston Police.
Superintendent-in-Chief, Albert E. Goslin is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert P. Harrington to Superintendent, Chief of the Bureau of Internal Investigations. Today at a swearing in ceremony at Boston Police Headquarters, Chief Goslin administered the Oath of Office to now Superintendent Harrington surrounded by family, friends and fellow officers.
“Robert Harrington is a seasoned professional and brings a wealth of investigative experience to his position,” Chief Goslin said. “He has a proven track record as a leader and I am confident that as Superintendent, he will be a tremendous asset to the Boston Police Department and specifically Internal Investigations.”
Harrington, age 52, has accomplished a distinguished 23-year career within the department. Since 1995, he has been assigned to the Homicide Unit and while in that assignment was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant in 2005, earning a detective rating early 2006. In 1992, he was promoted to Sergeant and assigned to Area E and later to the Bureau of Internal Investigations, where he earned a detective rating later that same year.
Harrington began his law enforcement career in 1983 as a police officer serving in Areas C and D. In 1988, after five years of service, he was rated detective and assigned to Area D.
As Superintendent of the Bureau of Internal Investigations, Harrington will supervise the professional standards and integrity of the Department, which includes overseeing the divisions of Anti-Corruption, Internal Affairs, Auditing and Review and Recruit Investigations.
Drug Bust at 38 Bromfield Street
Members of the District 1 Drug Control Unit executed a search warrant at 36 Bromfield Street. Officers observed a female enter the building and exit a short time later. Officers’ observation of this activity and activities earlier in the day led them to believe that the female received drugs while inside the building. Leroi Ambers, 66, of Boston was placed under arrest and charged with Trafficking Class B, Possession of a Class D with Intent to Distribute, Possession of a Firearm without an FID Card (3 counts) and Possession of Ammunition without an FID card (3 counts). Officers recovered three firearms, cocaine, marijuana, sifter, grinder and other paraphernalia used in bagging cocaine and US currency.
Drug Arrest at 23 Greenville Street
Early this morning officers on patrol from District 2 observed a male trying to gain entry into 23 Greenville Street. Officers asked the subject the nature of his business on the property and he replied that he was looking for a place to stay out of the rain. Further investigation revealed that the suspect had an active warrant. Wyeth Phelps, 41, of Dorchester was arrested on a warrant for Larceny Over $250 and Possession of Class B. Officers did recover a small plastic bag containing a white rock-like substance from the suspect.
Three Arrested For Armed Robbery
Early this morning a victim who stated that he was just robbed by knifepoint waved officers in District 1 down. The victim reported that his wallet, a cell phone and a black shoulder-strapped bag containing a computer was taken from him. A description of the suspects was broadcasted and officers apprehended William Bianchino, 40, Laurie Fink, 37, and Danye Thomas, 41, all of Boston for Armed Robbery and Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon. Officers were able to recover the victim’s black shoulder bag and also a knife from the suspects.
THE FUTURE OF PUBLIC SAFETY
BOSTON POLICE SUPERINTENDENT PAUL JOYCE, JR. TO ADDRESS
ASPIRING PUBLIC SAFETY EXPERTS AT 2ND ANNUAL PINNING CEREMONY
WHO: Boston Police Superintendent Paul Joyce, Jr.; Boston Park Rangers Chief Gene Survillo; Boston Emergency Medical Services Superintendent-in-Chief Jim Hooley; Boston Police Activities League Executive Director Elliot Feldman; numerous other public safety officials and twenty-eight Monument High School public safety interns
WHAT: Monument High School Public Safety Internship will hold it’s 2nd annual pinning ceremony to celebrate the accomplishments of student interns, who have worked throughout the year at various local public safety initiatives. This year’s pinning ceremony will rank each intern as: Captain, Lieutenant, Sergeant and Corporal. The ceremony will feature a keynote address given by Superintendent Paul Joyce, as well additional remarks from students, program supervisors and school officials.
WHY: The Monument High School Public Safety Internship provides a model program for nation-wide small school reform. Thanks to the excellence in community, corporate and pathway partnerships, inner-city students receive after-school paid internships that align with the small learning community’s public safety and criminal justice focus while meeting the students needs and developing career interests.
WHERE: Boston Police Headquarters, Media Room
WHEN: Thursday June 8, 2006
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
On May 5, 2006, officers from District 11 responded to a radio call for a report of a robbery in progress at the Bank of America located at 1440 Dorchester Avenue. On arrival officers spoke with witnesses at the scene who stated that a male entered the bank threatened the teller and robbed it of U.S. Currency. The suspect fled out of the bank onto Adams Street with an undisclosed amount of U.S. Currency.
Boston Police Investigators assigned to the Special Investigations Unit and the FBI Bank Robbery Task Force were able to identify the suspect as Julian Miller, 28, of Roslindale. Detectives obtained a warrant from the Dorchester District Court on May 9, 2006 charging Miller with Unarmed Robbery and Threats to Commit a Crime. Boston Police are looking for Miller who is described as being a black male, 6’4”, 285lbs, heavy build, black hair, and brown eyes. Anyone with information about this suspect is urged to contact the Boston Police Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
This afternoon at about 1:50pm, officers from District 11 responded to 189 Bowdoin Street in Dorchester for a report of two people shot. On arrival officers discovered two males suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to the Boston Medical Center where they were pronounced dead.
Boston Police Homicide Detectives are currently investigating the circumstances around these deaths. Investigators urge anyone with information about this incident to contact them at 617-343-4470 or the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.
At 1:50pm, officers from District 11 responded to 189 Bowdoin Street in Dorchester on a report of two people shot. Both victim's were transported to the Boston Medical Center and treated for injuries that are considered life threatening. Details will follow.
Fugitive from Justice Arrested
Last evening officers in District 4 while on patrol in the Albany and East Berkeley Streets area observed a group of men known to them. Officers have received numerous complaints about drinking and drug dealing in this area. Upon further investigation officers discovered that Eric Roman, 26, of Boston was wanted on an outstanding warrant out of Virginia for Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine and Grand Larceny.
Four People Arrested for Larceny
Last night around 11:39pm officers in District 5 responded to a radio call for three men walking up looking into some cars. One witness came forward and stated that he observed two men enter a vehicle and remove some items and flee. The witness positively identified the men that the officers had stopped as the ones who took the items out of the motor vehicle. Tyrone Fleurimont, 18, of Roslindale and Lindsley Metellus, 17, of Hyde Park were arrested and charged with Breaking and Entering a Motor Vehicle and Buying, Receiving or Concealing stolen Goods. Also arrested was Ali Jean, 18, of Dorchester and Joe Derat, 17, of Mattapan both charged with Breaking and Entering a Motor Vehicle. Officers recovered personal papers, an ID, Ipod and black BB gun from the suspects.
Officers in District 4 responded to a call for a Larceny in Progress at 345 Columbus Avenue at about 4:04am this morning. According to a witness, three males just removed the headlights of a parked and unoccupied Audi and fled the area in a red van. A description of the suspect vehicle was broadcast and it was spotted by officers in the area 250 Massachusetts Avenue. After officers stopped the van two of its occupants jumped from it and ran only to be caught by officers behind the Christian Science complex. The red van then took off from police eventually getting on Route 93 south. With the help of the Massachusetts State Police, the red van was stopped outside 205 Hamilton Street and the third suspect was arrested. Inside the van officers discovered 4 sets of Xenon Headlamps, 8 screwdrivers, various other tools and a crow bar. Jose Camilo, 17, of Dorchester and a Male Juvenile, 16, from Roxbury were caught running from the van and Jean Pabon, 24, of Dorchester was apprehended at the Hamilton Street location. All three are charged with Receiving Stolen Property and Possession of Burglarious Tools.
Yesterday afternoon at about 4:50pm, officers from District 18 responded to 1312 Hyde Park Avenue on a report of a stabbing. On arrival the officers spoke with a witness who stated he observed a suspect abandon a bicycle and run up to a parked vehicle. A male and a female occupied the vehicle. The male sitting in the drivers seat was approached by the suspect who broke the drivers side window and began stabbing the victim. The victim exited the vehicle when the suspect was joined by a second suspect who chased the victim around the car. Both suspects then fled the area. The victim was transported to the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital and treated for multiple stab wounds.
Detectives from District 18 were assigned to this case and were able to identify the suspect. Today at 2:47pm, officers patrolling the Hyde Park neighborhood observed the suspect riding a mountain bike on Pierce Street. The officers had information that this suspect was wanted in connection with yesterday’s stabbing. Officers stopped the suspect, positively identified him and placed him under arrest. John Fitz Mentor, 20, of Hyde Park was charged with Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon (knife) and Assault with Intent to Murder. He will be arraigned tomorrow morning in the West Roxbury District Court.
Officers assigned to District 13 monitoring dismissal at English High School this afternoon were approached by a 16-year-old male who stated that at about 2:00pm he was robbed while standing in the track area of the school. The victim reported that one of the suspects asked him for money and the victim complied. The suspect then demanded more.
When the victim refused a second suspect pulled a knife and demanded the victim’s wallet. The victim fled on foot with three suspects chasing him. One of the suspects grabbed the victim, pushed him down, and held the knife to him. The victim sustained injuries from the fall. The officers transported the victim around the school grounds and the victim was able to positively identify all three suspects. Officers also recovered a knife from one of the suspects.
Officers arrested three juveniles age: 12, 14 and 15, all from Mattapan. The three are charged with Delinquency to wit: Armed Robbery, and Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon. They will all be arraigned in Juvenile Court tomorrow.
Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - June 4th, 2005 vs. 2006.
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Drug Arrest At 70 Ames Street
Yesterday afternoon officers in District 3 were attempting to arrest an individual on a warrant at 70 Ames Street. Upon entering the common area of the building officers observed another suspect holding a large plastic bag containing several individual plastic bags of marijuana. Officers arrested Parish Mair, 25, of Dorchester for Possession with Intent to Distribute Class D, Possession with intent to Distribute Class D within 1000’ School Zone and Possession Of Class D. Officers recovered 16 plastic bags of marijuana and US Currency.
Two People Arrested for Armed Robbery
This morning while on patrol officers in District 11 observed one male been chased by two other males running down Adams Street towards Dorchester Avenue. Officers observed that the males had some type of weapons in there hands. The victim who was running stated to officers that ‘I was just robbed by those two guys.” Anthony Dew, 23, was charged with Armed Robbery, Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon, Resisting Arrest, Dangerous Weapons Unlawfully Carried and Possession of Class D and Winston Clarke, 35 was charged with Intent to Rob While Armed and Dangerous Weapons Unlawfully Carried both of Dorchester. Officers recovered 2 plastic bags of marijuana, a knife, box cutter, baton and the victim’s money.
One Person Arrested after Fight
This morning around 2:48am officers in District 3 responded to 16 Standish Street for a fight. On arrival officers observed a large unruly crowd exiting the basement of said address. When officers were attempting to disperse the crowd they heard a voice say, “you stabbed her.” Officers observed the victim suffering from a gash wound to her bicep area. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center for treatment of injuries. Roberto Jeanty, 21, of Mattapan was arrested and charged with Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon. Also arrested in a separate incident at that location was Kerly Augusta, 32, of Holbrook for Keeping a Disorderly House.
Police Memorial Sunday, a day set aside by statute for the purpose of honoring deceased members of the Boston Police Department will occur on June 4, 2006. Superintendent-In-Chief Albert E. Goslin and William F. Carroll, President of the Boston Police Relief Association, will be present on this occasion to honor the memory of all deceased members of the department.
The ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the main entrance to the Mount Hope Cemetery at Walk Hill Street in Mattapan. Motorcycle officers, members of the Boston Police Honor Guard, Gaelic Column and Mounted Unit will lead a procession to the Police Memorial Statue. Services will commence at approximately 10 a.m. with a Mass for the deceased members of the department, concelebrated by Reverend John J. Connolly, and Reverend Sean Connor, Department Chaplains, followed by an ecumenical service celebrated by Grand Rabbi Yitzchok A. Korff.
Sovereign Bank Robbed in Charlestown
This morning at 9:20am, a white male walked into the Sovereign Bank on Rutherford Avenue and handed the teller a note demanding money. The suspect walked out of the bank and entered a waiting white Lincoln Navigator parked on Main Street being driven by a second suspect. Members of the Bank Robbery Task Force are investigating.
Hyde Park Business Robbed by Three Men
At 6:01pm last night, officers from District 18 responded to 1205 Hyde Park Avenue for a report of a robbery. According to the victim, three men, two armed with handguns, entered his business and demanded money. The suspects ushered the victim and a co-worker into a bathroom and taped their mouths before fleeing the business with an undisclosed amount of money. All three suspects remain at large. No injuries were reported to police.
Roxbury Woman Arrested for Forgery
A 20-year-old Roxbury woman was arrested yesterday afternoon after she attempted to cash a fraudulent check at the Bank of America at 1440 Dorchester Avenue. Nicole Thompson walked into the bank and asked a teller to cash a check drawn on the account of American Home Insurance Company. A check with the insurance company revealed the check to be a fake and police were called. Thompson was arrested inside the bank and will be arraigned on Monday in Dorchester District Court.
Both parties invovled in the incident have been listed with non-life threatening injuries at Boston Medical Center. There wasn't a shooting at that location. The incident is under investigation.
At 3:47pm, officers from District 2 responded to 344 Warren Street in Roxbury on a report of a two people shot and stabbed. On arrival officers located two victims who were transported to the Boston Medical Center. Preliminary investigations indicate one victim's injuries are considered life threatening, while the second victim's injuries are non-life threatening.
Note: The original posting indicated the victims were shot and stabbed. The change was made, the info posted above is now the correct info.
Last night about 9:18pm, Boston Police Officers from District 11 in Dorchester responded to a radio call for a person stabbed at 34 Mallon Road. On arrival officers located the victim, Keith Payne, 44, of Dorchester suffering from a stab wound, the result of a domestic violence assault.
Boston EMS transported the victim to Boston Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries. The victim’s sister, Kathy Booth, 42, of Dorchester was placed under arrest and charged with murder. Booth will be arraigned today in Dorchester District Court.
At approximately 5:33pm, Boston Police were dispatched to 25 Warren Street for a report of a found body. Upon arrival, police were directed to a women’s bathroom located inside Brighton High School. An apparent fetus was found in a toilet. The Homicide Unit is investigating the matter and the body has been transferred to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for further analysis.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or remain anonymous by calling 800-494-TIPS.
Since we launched BPDNews.com last November, we’ve heard from many other police departments who've asked us how they can start their own blog. One of those agencies was the Los Angeles Police Department. After some conversations with the people at BPDNews.com, the LAPD launched their own Blog a few weeks ago. Check it out. We think it’s very well done, and so do a lot of folks in the media, from the LA Times to the London Times.
Some of our readers have since informed us that various media outlets have been quick to anoint the LAPD blog as “the first to emanate from the police force of a major US city." To our amusement, this included one of our own local newspapers, who covered the LAPD launch and listed “Police from Karnataka, India, to Eden Prairie, Minn, (who) have started blogs and say they are happy with the results,” neglecting to mention the Boston blog in their very own backyard.
Which led to the question - who really was the first? For those of you keeping score, BPDNews was launched in November of 05. So far as we can tell, this makes us the first law enforcement blog anywhere (we apparently beat Mangalore, India, by a few weeks.) If you know of an official police blog that was launched sooner, please let us know. Till then, we’re happy to be known as the First in the Nation.
Mayor Announces New Alert Network
Increases Communication between Police and Local Residents
Mayor Thomas M. Menino joined area residents and members of the Boston Police Department today to announce a new pilot program called the Boston Police Alert Network that will send updated information to residents and business owners regarding area crimes and events. Mayor Menino is urging all residents to register for this service.
“This communication will help residents be more informed of what is happening in their neighborhoods, while also encouraging them to share information with police to help them solve crimes,” Mayor Menino said.
The Alert Network allows police to instantly update registered users about crime, emergencies and other important information. Information on fugitives, missing persons and unsolved cases will also be provided on alerts. There will also be a “Submit a Tip” feature on alerts allowing people to reply with tips and other information directly to police.
Today’s event was held at the Target store at the South Bay Center Mall. The idea for this pilot network came out of Mayor Menino’s Strategic Crime Council and collaboration with Target Corporation’s Safety City Initiative. Target is helping to fund the first year of the program.
“I would like to thank Target for their efforts in working with us and the Boston Police Department,” Mayor Menino added. “Target continues to be a great ally in our push to make our neighborhoods safe.”
Residents need to register online to receive these alerts. People can register at www.CitizenObserver.com and click on the Sign Up Now link.
There will be four types of alerts:
· Citizen Alerts – informs all registered users of a public safety concerns. Police will provide descriptions of incidents, actions taken and photographs when possible. Alerts will be delivered via e-mail and text messages;
· Business Alerts – targeted to specific business types, so businesses will receive information relevant to their business. Alerts will be delivered via fax, e-mail and text messages;
· Case Alerts – Police will automatically send information about open cases to all registered users. Alerts will be delivered via e-mail and text messages;
· Neighborhood Watch Group Alerts – Police will send targeted alerts to specific neighborhoods with information about crimes in the immediate area. Alerts will be delivered via e-mail and text message.
Members of the Mayor’s Strategic Crime Council, which include cabinet-level officials from a number of departments, meet on a weekly basis to discuss ways to reduce crime in Boston. The Council brings in external partners such as the Sheriff, Probation Department or DYS on an as-needed basis to discuss crime issues relevant to those agencies.
The Strategic Crime Council employs a six-pronged approach to addressing crime, which includes: a legislative agenda with regional and national outreach, the involvement of public health and healthcare agencies, targeted law enforcement strategies, education and awareness efforts, community outreach, and the judicial system changes.
This morning at 9:25am, School Police Officers were patrolling the Noonan Business Academy when the officers observed a 16-year-old male student from Mattapan in the hallway. The officer stopped the student and conducted a threshold inquiry. The student was wearing a coat and through the coat the officer noticed what appeared to be a knife in the student’s pocket. Officers and school administrators recovered a knife from the suspect. In accordance with School policy, administrators also made arrangements to search the student’s locker. School Police along with School administrators responded to the student’s locker where he was asked to open his locker. After doing so, an administrator conducted a search and recovered a disassembled shotgun with ammunition inside a grey bag.
The juvenile was placed under arrest and transported to District 3. He will be arraigned in the Juvenile Court and charged with Delinquency to wit: Possession of a Sawed Off Shot Gun, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition.
Shots Fired Results in Three Arrests
Last evening at approximately 6:50pm, officers assigned to the Youth Violence Strike Force heard a shot fired while driving toward Lawrence Avenue. The officers secured the perimeter and searched the apartment at which the suspects fled into. The officers located three black males in the first apartment and observed marijuana in plain view on the kitchen table. A witness to the event informed police that Derek Moon, 18, of Dorchester had been in possession of a firearm. Moon and Brian Jordan, 18, of Roxbury, were both arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition as well as discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a dwelling. The third suspect, Rakeem Austin, 20, of Dorchester, will be summonsed to court for Possession of Class D.
Juvenile Arrested for Ammunition Possession
At approximately 8:20pm last night, officers in District D4 observed a known individual walking on Washington Street. When the suspect noticed the police car, he immediately stopped and began walking in the opposite direction. When the officers conducted a threshold inquiry and a pat frisk of the suspect, they seized a 12-gauge live shotgun shell. The suspect, a 15-year-old Roxbury boy, was arrested and charged with unlawful possession of ammunition.
Shots Fired Call Leads to Three Drug Arrests
Officers responded to St. James and Alpine Streets last night for a call of shots fired in the area when they observed a group of about six males in a parking lot in close vicinity to the scene. The officers approached them and advised the group that they were going to conduct pat frisks to check for weapons. While conducting a past frisk on suspect Marquis Gray, 19, of Roxbury, officers seized a large plastic bag of marijuana. Jonathan Castillo, 20, and Kermi Domenech, 27, both of Roxbury, also obtained bags of marijuana and were arrested along with Gray for possession of Class D.
Two Arrested for Breaking and Entering
Last night at 11:33pm, officers from District B3 responded to a radio call for an alarm at 1630 Blue Hill Avenue. Upon arrival, officers heard noises coming from the rooftop area. After climbing to the roof, officers apprehended one of the suspects, Angel Garcia, 27, of Lawrence, who was running away from the scene. Officers then observed another suspect concealed within a roof vent above the U.S. Post Office. Wilson Martinez, 28, of Lawrence, was then apprehended and both suspects were arrested on charges of for nighttime breaking and entering.
Man Arrested After Stabbing in Charlestown
This morning about 5:40am officers in District 15 responded to a radio call for a person stabbed at 24 Spice Street. Upon arrival officers were informed that the two parties got into a heated argument about an empty parking space. The victim was stabbed and transported to Mass General Hospital and treated for non-life threatening injury. Angel Cartagena, 53, of Worcester was placed under arrest and charged with Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon.