One Arrested After Fight

Early this morning around 1:30am, officers in District 1 responded to a radio call for a fight at 126 State Street. On arrival officers observed that the fight had already broken up but remained on scene to prevent any further problems. Officers then observed the suspect yelling at the victim, who then ran towards the victim punching him repeatedly in the head and face. Josener Dorisca, 24, of Brockton was arrested and charged with Assault and Battery.

Vandalism at 389 Neponset Avenue

While on patrol this morning around 1:57am, officers in District 11 observed a storefront glass vandalized at 389 Neponset Avenue. Officers found the store front door glass shattered by unknown object. Officers entered the premise and searched for possible suspects. The owners were contact and with the help of officers were able to clean up the glass and secure the premise.

Refusing to Stop for Police

Around 2:15am, officers in District 3 observed a motor vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. Officers attempted to affect a traffic stop, but the suspect refused to stop for police. Officers observed the suspects car attempt to make a left turn on to Crowell Street. The speed of the suspect’s motor vehicle was such that, he was unable to negotiate the turn and came to a stop on the sidewalk at the corner of Norfolk and Crowell Streets. Further investigation by officers revealed the suspect’s license to operate was suspended. Marquis McWilliams, 24, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Operating After Suspension, and Failure to Stop for a Police Officer

Assault and Battery Behind Blanchard’s Liquor

This morning around 2:34am, officers in District 14 responded to a radio call for a fight behind Blanchard’s Liquor Store. On arrival officers spoke with EMS who stated that the victim was involved in a fight and sustained facial and head injuries. People in the area stated they observed four suspects over the victim and then observed them fleeing the area. The victim was transported to Beth Israel Hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Confirmed Shooting At 1502 River Street

About 10:23am, officers in District 18 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 1502 River Street. On arrival officers observed a victim suffering from apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital. At this time the victim’s condition is unknown.

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Seven People Arrested At Loud Party

This morning around 12:22am, officers in District 14 responded to a radio call for vandalism in progress at 30 Glenville Avenue. Prior to arriving officers were informed that glass bottles were being thrown off the roof at that location. When the officers arrived on scene they observed broken glass on the sidewalk and street in front of 30 Glenville Avenue. Officers observed people on the roof above the broken glass. Once on the roof officers observed about five people with plastic cups of beer. Philip Weiss, 20, of Allston; Joshua Tohen, 20, of Allston; Vladimir Krastevtch, 20, of Allston; Brian Wilson, 20, of Brookline arrested and charged with Disturbing the Peace and Possession of Alcoholic Beverages by Persons Under 21. Zachery Jenkins, 20, of Allston was arrested and charged with Disturbing the Peace, Possession of Class D and Possession of Alcoholic Beverages by Person Under 21. Daniel Thorn, 21, of Allston was arrested and charged with Disturbing the Peace and Trespassing. Also arrested was Lauren Moon, 20, of Allston charged with Possession of Alcoholic Beverages by Person Under 21. Officers did recover drugs from one of the suspect.

Loud Party Ends in Three Arrests

Early this morning around 1:50am, officers in District 14 responded to a radio call for a loud party at 9 Raynor Road. On arrival officers could hear loud music and conversation emanating from Apartment 2. As officers approached the door they could hear bottles smashing inside of the apartment. Officers knocked then entered the apartment and discovered the apartment in complete disarray. Officer observed broken appliances, smashed bottles and food products (mayonnaise, ketchup, etc.) on the floor and walls. Officers asked members of this group if they resided at this residence and they all responded no. The three suspects began to protest the officer’s investigation and caused other members to protest, which lead to further disruption. Mason Bates, 21, of Brighton, Caroline Dobrowski, 21, of Chestnut Hill and Taylor Lincoln, 21 of Chestnut Hill, were all arrested and charged with Disturbing the Peace.

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On Wednesday, August 30, 2006 around 7:06 am, officers from District B-2 responded to a radio call for a suspicious object found at 71 George Street under a trash barrel on a sidewalk. Upon arrival, the officers sought the assistance of the Boston Police Bomb Unit. The Bomb Unit determined that the object appeared to be the type hand grenade used in military training. Taking the necessary precautions, explosives specialists removed the object from the area. At a safe location, Bomb Squad personnel utilized a standard “render safe procedure” with modified explosives to deactivate any potential threat. After this process was completed, it was determined that the object was a possible improvised, working explosive device.

At this time, sections of George Street stretching from Hampden Street to Magazine Street are closed and traffic is being diverted. Boston Police officers accompanied by ATF agents are conducting a sweep of the area.

The Boston Police Department takes this opportunity to remind individuals, who come across a suspicious device or package to NOT attempt to touch or handle the object. Residents are reminded to immediately seek assistance by dialing 911.

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Officers assigned to the Youth Violence Strike Force found a victim of a shooting tonight at 9:35pm at Albion and Dudley Streets. Boston EMS responded and transported the victim to the Boston Medical Center. At this time the victim’s injuries appear to be non-life threatening.

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Boston Police Detectives are investigating separate incidents involving thefts of tools from construction sites. While several of the incidents involve thieves forcibly entering storage units, construction site mangers are still reminded to make sure their tools and other property are adequately secured.

Incident One: Officers from District 7 in East Boston responded to a construction site yesterday morning at Porter and Orleans Streets on a report of a B&E. It is reported that and unknown suspect(s) forcibly entered their storage trailer and removed about $1250 worth of tools.

Incident two: Last night at 7:48pm, officers from District 6 in South Boston responded to a report of a Breaking and Entering at a construction site located at 300 Congress Street. On arrival the officers spoke with the victim who reported that unknown people cut the lock off the Sleeper Street gate and broke into three storage trailers. In one of the trailers, it is reported that about $5000 worth of tools were stolen.

Incident Three: District 11 police and detectives are investigating a B&E that occurred at 286 Highland Street in Dorchester between Sunday at 6:00pm and yesterday morning at about 4:45am. Officers were informed that three of the buildings at that address had been broken into. The officers discovered damage to a rear door as well as all installed copper pipes missing from building 286 and 292. As a result of these missing pipes, both basements were flooded with water.

Boston Police Detectives are investigating all of these separate incidents. Police ask any one with information about these incidents to contact the Boston Police at 800-494-TIPS.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Monday, 8/28 thru 10 AM Tuesday, August 29.

Note: the information below is preliminary information, and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information is based on an initial review of incident reports and may not be a comprehensive listing of events. It is not a statistical analysis, but rather an initial tally of significant events. Some of the incidents included may be covered in more detail in other blog postings.

Homicides: 0

Firearm arrests: 6. Five guns recovered, including 1 shotgun (see Daily Incident summaries, below)

Street Robberies: 4
Commercial Robberies: 2. Two arrests made in a robbery of a U-Haul (see Daily Incident summaries, below)
Other: 1. (Taxi robbery.)

Auto thefts: 16
Auto recoveries. 15. One arrest
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 23

Residential break-ins: 0
Commercial Break-ins: 4. Includes Three construction sites in which tools were stolen

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Three Arrested with Sawed-Off Shotgun in Roxbury

Yesterday afternoon at about 2:53pm, officers assigned to the Special Investigation Unit as well as agents from the ATF observed a motor vehicle traveling the wrong way on Rockland Street and across Dale Street at a high rate of speed. Officers were able to stop the car across from 364 Warren Street. The Federal Agents spoke with the driver and occupants and observed a sawed off shotgun in the vehicle. With the assistance of units from District 2 and members of the Youth Violence Strike Force, they arrested Jacob Grice, 21, Ady Alves, 21, and a 16-year-old juvenile, all from Roxbury. The adults will be arraigned in Roxbury District Court and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition. Alves will also be charged with Violations of the Auto Laws. The Juvenile will be arraigned today in the Boston Juvenile Court and charged with Delinquency to wit: Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition.

Charlestown Resident Attacked While Gardening

Police in District 15 are investigating an incident that occurred last night at about 6:30 in the garden area of Terminal and Medford Streets. According to witnesses and the 46-year-old female victim, a group of six to eight Hispanic males struck the victim multiple times with a brick. The suspects were observed fleeing toward the Bunker Hill Projects. The victim was transported to the Massachusetts General Hospital where she was treated for facial injuries.

Suspects Arrested in Dorchester After Robbing South Boston Business

Officers from District 6 responded to a report of an armed robbery yesterday afternoon at about 3:19pm at the U-Haul Store located at 985 Massachusetts Ave. On arrival the officers were informed that two males entered the store with a shotgun and robbed the clerks of an undisclosed amount of U. S. Currency. The suspects then fled the store and witnesses observed them enter a vehicle and flee the scene.
Last night at about 9:15pm, an officer from District 11 observed a vehicle matching the description of the one wanted for the robbery. The officer confirmed the plate with Operations and conducted a stop with the assistance of other officers. Police arrested both occupants of the vehicle and charged them with Armed Robbery. Maurice Pettie, 33, of Roxbury and Marquos King, 19, of Boston will be arraigned today in the Roxbury District Court.

Brighton Officers Arrest Two Breaking and Entering a House

At about 8:05 yesterday morning, officers from District 14 responded to a report of a B&E in progress behind 57 Brighton Avenue. The 9-1-1 caller reported to police that two males were attempting to break into the rear of 67 Chester Street by crawling into the rear window. While the officers were responding to the call, the 9-1-1 caller updated them stating the suspects were in the dwelling. On arrival the officers discovered the rear window and screen open, and a barrel placed under the window. Officers arrested Simon Brightman-Uhl, 27, of Allston while the other suspect fled. After a brief foot chase, officers arrested Andre Chandler, 35, of Brighton. Both will be arraigned in the Brighton District Court and charged with Breaking and Entering a Dwelling House during the Day and Possession of Burglarious Tools.

Suspect Arrested with Loaded Firearm in Roxbury

This morning at about 2:25 officers from District 2 stopped a 17-year-old male at Georgia Street and Blue Hill Avenue after observing him at a call the responded to earlier in their tour for shots fired. While conducting a threshold inquiry, the suspect was found to be in possession of a loaded firearm. Police arrested Kevin Boyette, 17, of Dorchester. He will be arraigned this morning in the Roxbury District Court and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Dangerous Weapon, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition.

Confirmed Shooting at Blue Hill Avenue and Georgia Street

Officers from District 2 responded to Blue Hill Avenue and Georgia Street this morning at about 6:17 on a report of a person shot. On arrival officers discovered a male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was treated for what appears to be non-life threatening injuries.

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This morning, members of the Boston Police Department, U.S. Marshall’s Office and Portland Maine Police Department arrested Laron Lewis Richardson, 18, of Jamaica Plain for Murder.

Richardson was wanted for the July 22nd shooting of Annalicia Perry that occurred at 39 Annunciation Road at about 11:26pm. That night Boston Officers found Perry suffering from a gunshot wound to the face. She was later pronounced at an area hospital.

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The City of Boston has not recorded a homicide since August 1. The Boston Globe takes a look at the numbers, and offers some possible reasons why.

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Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - August 27th, 2005 vs. 2006.

View Data on YTD Part One Crime (two pages) (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)

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This morning at about 10:13am, officers assigned to District 13 responded to a “B.O.L.O.” for a stolen motor vehicle that was observed by its owner being operated by a suspect in the area of Centre and Bickford Streets in Jamaica Plain. Two Boston Police Officers performing a paid detail observed the stolen Dodge Ram pick up truck traveling toward them. One officer attempted to stop the vehicle by using verbal commands when the truck proceeded toward the officer and struck him. The officer landed on the hood of the truck and rolled off the side hitting the side view mirror before being dragged a few feet. The stolen truck continued and struck another motor vehicle before coming to a stop after hitting a building at 367 Centre Street. After the crash, the suspect exited the truck and began to flee on foot. An off duty police officer from District 2 and another officer from District 13 pursued the suspect on foot and apprehended him at 380 Centre Street.

The officer was transported to Brigham and Woman’s Hospital and treated for his injuries. The occupant of the vehicle the suspect struck was transported to the Boston Medical Center for her injuries. Police arrested Larry Darnell Hart, 27, of Roxbury and charged him with Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon, Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle, Resisting Arrest, Failure to Stop for a Police Officer, Driving to Endanger, and Leaving the Scene of an Accident causing Personal Injury. He will be arraigned tomorrow morning in the West Roxbury District Court.

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On August 23, 2006, Homicide detectives secured an arrest warrant for 19 year-old Steven Sayles of Dorchester charging him with Accessory After Fact for the shooting murder of Annalicia Perry. Today Sayles, accompanied by his attorney, surrendered himself to Boston Police Homicide investigators and will be arraigned this afternoon at Roxbury District Court.

The Boston Police Department continue to ask for the public’s help in locating Laron Lewis Richardson, 18*, of Jamaica Plain. Detectives from the Homicide Unit applied for and were granted an arrest warrant for Richardson charging him with Murder. At this time, Richardson remains at large and is considered armed and dangerous.

At 11:26 pm on Saturday, July 22, officers responded to 39 Annunciation Road, Roxbury for a person shot. There, officers located Ms. Perry suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the face. She was taken to an area hospital and pronounced dead at 2:24 am.

Homicide detectives are asking anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Richardson to please contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470. Individuals can also call our 24-hour toll free number at 1-800-494-TIPS. The identities of callers wishing to remain anonymous will be protected.

*Note. The original posting gave an incorrrect age for Laron Lewis Richardson. The information above is now the correct info.

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A look at the last 72 hours in Boston, from Friday, 8/25 through 10 A.M. Monday, 8/28/06

Note: the information below is preliminary information, and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information is based on an initial review of incident reports and may not be a comprehensive listing of events. It is not a statistical analysis, but rather an initial tally of significant events. Some of the incidents included may be covered in more detail in other blog postings.

Homicides: 0

Residential break-ins: 38
Commercial Break-ins: 3

Suspect Arrested in South Boston After Stabbing
Officers from District 6 observed an altercation last night at about 8:54 PM at the intersection of East Broadway and “I” Street. When officers stopped and approached the group, one male fled on foot. The officer chased the suspect on foot and observed him throw a knife to the ground as he ran. Police stopped John Connolly, 43, of South Boston outside of 636 East Broadway. When the officers returned to the original intersection, they observed a 51-year-old male from South Boston suffering from a stab wound to the stomach area. He was transported to the Boston Medical Center where his injury is considered non-life threatening. According to witnesses, the suspect was observed stabbing the victim’s four tires on his motor vehicle and then stabbing the victim. Connolly was placed under arrest and will be arraigned in the South Boston District Court where he will be charged with: Assault with Intent to Murder, Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon (Knife), Destruction of Personal Property, and Resisting Arrest.

Three Arrested in Jamaica Plain for Breaking and Entering a Motor Vehicle
This morning at about 3:30am, officers assigned to District 13 responded to a radio call for a B&E in progress at 120 Williams Street. On arrival officers observed a motor vehicle on car jacks with a missing tire and lug nuts on the ground. A witness provided the officers a description of the suspects and a direction of flight. Officer later observed a vehicle matching the suspect’s description and stopped it at Carolina and Newbern Streets. Officers observed in the vehicle 16 lug nuts, a car stereo, headlights, tire jacks, and screw drivers. Arrested were: Erlin Martinez, 18, of Dorchester, Juan Gonzalez, 18, of Hyde Park, and Herminio Nieves, 21, of Charlestown. All three were charged with Breaking and Entering a motor vehicle, Possession of Burglarious Tools, Larceny from a Motor Vehicle, Buying Receiving or Concealing Stolen Goods, Destruction or Injury of Personal Property. They will all be arraigned this morning in the West Roxbury District Court.

Police Investigate Two Robberies in South End
Investigators from District 4 are investigating two separate robberies that occurred last night shortly before 11:00pm. Police responded to Claremont Park and Holyoke Street. Both victim’s report they were walking on the South West Corridor last night when an unknown black male robbed the victim’s. Both victims’ were not injured. The suspect fled on foot in both incidents.

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A profile of Detective William DeMille, who is retiring after 36 years of service as a police officer, almost all of it spent serving the people of Roxbury..

“But the truth is, we cannot forget that most of Boston’s Finest are men like DeMille - dedicated to the communities they serve, the families they have raised, the city they were reared in”

Via the Boston Herald.

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At approximately 9:10 this morning, officers responded to 225 Paris Street for a fight in progress. Upon arrival officers observed a hispanic male holding another hispanic male on the ground. The individual told police he was holding the suspect who had just stabbed his cousin, a 22 year-old hispanic male, with a screwdriver. The victim, who was transported to Boston Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries, reported that two suspects approached him while he was walking down the street, an argument ensued and the two suspects began assaulting him.

Wilmer Granados, 28, of Lynn and Alex Bonilla, 29, of East Boston will be charged with Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon and arraigned in East Boston District Court tomorrow.

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Last night around 10:56pm, Officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for a cardiac arrest at 7 Ocean View Drive. On arrival officers observed a female victim in the bathroom. The victim was pronounced at the scene and the medical examiners took custody of the body. There are no signs of trauma or foul play. The cause and manner of death is currently under investigation by the Boston Police Homicide Unit and the office of the Chief Medical Examiner.

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Three Separate Shooting Over Night In The City

Person shot in Dorchester

Last night around 11:44pm, officers in District 3 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 14 Fenelon Street. Officers observed a female victim suffering from apparent gun shot wounds to the leg and buttocks. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Person Shot in Roxbury

Around 12:34am, officers in District 2 responded to a radio call for a person shotAt Blue Hill Avenue and Cheney Street. Once on scene officers located the victim at 164 Homestead Street suffering from apparent gun shot wounds. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and is in stable condition.

Person Shot in Jamaica Plain

At about 1:13am, officers responded to a radio call for a person shot at 122 Heath Street. On arrival officer observed a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the back. The victim was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital and is in critical condition.

Firearm Arrest at 47 Norfolk Street

While on patrol around 10:03pm, officers in District 3 observed a motor vehicle driving down Epping Street the wrong way. A traffic stop was conducted at 47 Norfolk Street and the driver was asked for his license and registration. The driver stated to the officer that he had a driver’s license but did not have it on him. Further investigation revealed the driver only had a learners permit. Alie Jean, 18, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of Firearm, Operating Motor Vehicle without being licensed. Officers did recover a firearm from the suspect.

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4 People Stabbed In Separate Incidents Over Night

This morning around 12:25am, officers in District 2 responded to Boston Medical Center on a report of a stabbing. Victim stated he was walking on Elder Street near the intersection of Eastman Street when he was approached by an unknown male, who pulled out a knife and stabbed him. The victim was treated at Boston Medical Center for a superficial wound.

This morning around 12:50am, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for Assault and Battery in Progress at 16 St Marks Road. On arrival officers did not find a victim but noticed blood on a parked vehicle. Officers were informed that someone was stabbed and that the victim was headed to Carney Hospital. Officers responded to Carney Hospital and found the victim suffering from multiple stab wound. The victim condition is non-life threatening.

Early this morning around 3:05am, officers in District 4 responded to a radio call for a person stabbed at 1114 Boylston Street. The victim stated to officers that he observed his co-worker being assaulted and went to his aid and was stabbed at that time. The victim was transported to Boston Medical center and treated for non-life threatening stab wound.

Around 3:20am this morning, officers in District 1 responded to Mt Auburn Hospital on a report of a person stabbed. The victim reports while driving on State Street near the intersection of Congress Street was struck by another motor vehicle. The victim reports that the suspect exited his car began yelling and shattered the victim’s rear passenger window. The victim stated that the suspect reached into the window and stabbed him. The victim was treated at Mt. Auburn Hospital for a non-life threatening injury.

Fugitives From Justice Arrested

Around 1:13am, officers in District 2 observed a vehicle change lanes erratically in front of them. Further investigation by officers revealed that the plate was attached and did not belong to that vehicle. Officers pulled the vehicle over at Warren Avenue and St James Street. Officer asked the driver for his license and registration, at which time he stated he did not have a license. Further investigation revealed that they were brother and wanted by U.S. Federal Marshall. David Lugo, 25, and Angelo Lugo, 29, both of Quincy were arrested and charged with being a Fugitive From Justice. Angelo Lugo is also charged with Operating After Suspension of License and has two outstanding warrants out of South Boston Court.

Person Shot at Seaver Street and Glenarm Street

Early this morning around 5:02am, officers in District 3 responded to a radio call for a person shot at Seaver Street and Glenarm Street. On arrival officers located a black male suffering from apparent gun shot wounds. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and treated for non-life threatening injuries.

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On August 20, 2006, around 2:06am, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call on a report of a pedestrian struck at 445 Quincy Street in Dorchester. On arrival the officers observed Boston Firefighters and EMS treating a victim lying in the street in front of 439 Quincy Street suffering from severe head trauma. The victim has been identified as William Edward Welch, 26, of Dorchester. Welch was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced. According to witnesses, a grey/silver light colored Ford Taurus with a for-sale sign in the back window was traveling at a high rate of speed down Quincy Street when it hit the victim. The vehicle then continued toward Clarkson Street, stopped and returned to see what it struck. The suspect then fled down Quincy Street without making him/herself known.

Boston Police are urging the suspect to make him/herself known. Anyone with any information about this incident is urged to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS.

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BOSTON 24: A LOOK AT THE LAST 24 HOURS IN THE CITY OF BOSTON

Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Thursday, 8/24 thru 10am Friday, August 25.

Note: the information below is preliminary information, and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information is based on an initial review of incidents reports and may not be a comprehensive listing of events. It is not a statistical analysis, but rather an initial tally of significant events. Some of the incidents included may be covered in more detail in other blog postings.

Homicides: 0

Non-fatal shootings: 0
Firearm arrest: 0

Street Robberies: 5
Commercial Robberies: 0
Other: 0

Auto Theft: 14
Auto Recoveries: 10
Larceny from motor vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 14

Residential break-ins: 5
Commercial break-ins: 2

Armed Robbery At Columbus Avenue and W Walnut Park

Last night around 9:38pm, officers in District 13 responded to a radio call for a robbery at W Walnut Park and Columbus Avenue. On arrival officers observed one of the suspects whose description was broadcasted prior to arrival. Officers activated emergency lights and observed both suspects running. Once officers turned onto Bancroft Street they observed one of the suspects reach into his pocket and drop something. The second suspect was apprehended behind the firehouse and Columbus Avenue and Bragdon Street. The victim stated to officers that he was walking on Columbus Avenue when he was grabbed by both suspects and robbed of cash and jewelry. Martin Francisque, 25, of Roxbury charged with Intent to Rob While Armed, Unlawful Possession Of Firearm and Possession of Class B and Anthony Derkins, 28, of Everett charged with Intent to Rob While Armed and Possession of Class B. Officers did recover a firearm, drugs and the victim’s property from the suspect.

Shots Fired at 311 Wood Avenue

Last night around 9:58pm, officers in District 18 responded to a radio call for shots fired at 303 Wood Avenue. On arrival officers spoke with a witness who stated that she heard about three gunshots and looked out her window and observed an unknown person running on Wood Ave. Officers did recover ballistic evidence in front of 309 Wood Avenue. Officers also observed bullet holes in the wall of the front porch at 311 Wood Avenue. No reports of injuries have been reported at this time.

Breaking and Entering at 7 Shelby Street

Early this morning around 2:54am, officers in District 7 responded to a radio call for Breaking and Entering at 7 Shelby Street. On arrival officers spoke with the victim, who stated that she attempted to unlock her door but discovered that the top deadbolt had been locked. The victim went on to state that she did not lock the lock prior to leaving. The victim stated that once inside of her apartment, she observed an individual near her refrigerator. The suspect fled the home threw the rear kitchen door. Officers did observe a torn window screen to the rear kitchen window. The victim reports play station and several games missing.

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WHAT: Boston Police Captain Promotional Ceremony

WHEN: Friday, August 25, 2006
2:00 pm

WHERE: Boston Police Headquarters, Media Room

WHO: Acting Police Commissioner Albert E. Goslin, newly appointed
Captain Kelley J. McCormick, Boston Police Command Staff

WHY: Acting Police Commissioner Albert E. Goslin announces the promotion
of Lieutenant Kelly J McCormick to the rank of Captain. Captain Kelley
J.McCormick will be assigned as the District Commander of District 13 in
Jamaica Plain.

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Announces Changes to Boston Police Leadership

Today Acting Boston Police Commissioner Albert E. Goslin announced the promotions of Lieutenant Detective Mark Hayes and Lieutenant Kelley McCormick to the position of Captain. In addition, a personnel order was issued today transferring district Captains to new commands throughout the city. These transfers are effective on August 28, 2006

Commissioner Goslin stated, “The Boston Police Department is comprised of some of the most talented and respected law enforcement professionals nationwide. During a time of reorganization and revitalization within our department, I am proud to be able to make the following promotions and changes.” Commissioner Goslin added, “I am confident that these highly capable and seasoned individuals will continue to diligently serve the department and the citizens of Boston. This is a tremendous opportunity for each Captain to broaden their leadership experience and bring a new and re-energized perspective to their respective assignments.”

They are as follows:

Captain James Claiborne from District 13 to District 3

Captain William Evans from District 14 to District 4

Captain Robert Flaherty from District 4 to District 6

Captain James Hasson from District 2 to District 5

Captain Mark Hayes newly promoted to District 14

Captain John Kervin from District 5 to Bureau of Field Services Night Command

Captain Kelley McCormick newly promoted to District 13

Captain Timothy Murray from District 3 to Training and Education

Captain Paul Russell from District 6 to District 2

Note: The original posting incorrectly listed the effective date as Saturday August 26, 2006. The change was made, the information posted above is now the correct information.

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Boston Police are seeking information regarding a white male subject who has committed two recent breaking and enterings into motor vehicles parked in a Back Bay parking garage.

The photos below depict the subject fleeing on a yellow scooter while carrying stolen golf clubs on Sunday, August 6, 2006 and Saturday, August 19, 2006. On both occasions, the clubs were left in plain view in the motor vehicles of each victim* and were taken after the windows in the vehicles were smashed.

Anyone with information should call our 24-hour toll free number at 1-800-494-TIPS. The identities of callers wishing to remain anonymous will be protected.

*It’s worth repeating that the golf clubs were left in plain view in the motor vehicles of each victim. A reminder that motor vehicle breaks are among the most easily preventable of crimes. They are typically crimes of opportunity, committed by thieves who look for valuables left unattended. View a BPDNews posting that details how you can protect yourself against motor vehicle breaks.

NOTE: This entry was edited to remove irrelevant information. The substance of the alert was not altered.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Wednesday, 8/23 thru 10 AM Thursday, August 24.

Note: the information below is preliminary information, and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information is based on an initial review of incident reports and may not be a comprehensive listing of events. It is not a statistical analysis, but rather an initial tally of significant events. Some of the incidents included may be covered in more detail in other blog postings.

Homicides: 0

Non-fatal Shootings: 1 (see previous post)
Firearm arrests: 0.

Street Robberies: 6
Commercial Robberies: 0
Other: 1 (armed robbery of a Taxi cab. see below for more information)

Auto thefts: 10
Auto recoveries. 12
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 21

Residential break-ins: 11
Commercial Break-ins: 0

Robbery pattern:
A pattern of street robberies has developed in the Highland St. area of District B-2. Between 7/28/06 and 8/24/06 a total of six robberies occurred in this area. Five of the six robberies took place between 6:30 PM and 11:20 PM; one incident took place at 3:12 AM. Three incidents took place on a Friday, two on a Wednesday, and one on a Saturday. Four of the incidents involved groups of two or more black males robbing male victims. In the past two weeks, two taxi drivers have been robbed at gunpoint within this robbery pattern.

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Drug Arrest At 120 Tremont Street

While on patrol in the Downtown Crossing Area, an officer from District 1 was approached by a citizen who stated that he observed an unknown male selling drug inside the Burger King at 120 Tremont Street. Further investigation by officer observed an unknown male, fitting the description, engaged in a conversation with two other males. Officer observed numerous families with children inside the restaurant. The three suspects appeared to have no food or beverages from the establishment. Officers observed a white napkin on the floor below the suspect’s open hand. Officers retrieved the napkin, which contained six smaller plastic bags of a brown colored powder. Vincent Walker, 40, of Boston, charged with Possession of Class A. Mathew Jackson, 31, of Boston charged with Being in Company of Person in Possession of Heroin and Possession of a Hypodermic Needle. Also arrested, William Canuel, 42, of Boston charged with Being in Company of Person in Possession of Heroin and Possession of a Hypodermic Needle. Officers did recover drugs from the suspects.

Person Shot at Shawmut Avenue and Williams Avenue

Last night around 11:49pm, officers in District 2 responded to New England Medical Center on a report of a person shot. On arrival officers were directed to the victim who was suffering from a gunshot wound to the foot. The victim was treated for a non-life threatening injury.

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This morning around 9:12am, officers in District 18 responded to a radio call for shots fired at 823 Canterbury Street. On arrival officers located a victim suffering from apparent gun shot wounds. The victim was taken to Brigham and Women Hospital where he is being treated. At this time, the victim is expected to survive.

District 18 detective are investigating this incidents and urge anyone with information to contact 617-343-5607 or to remain anonymous contact the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS.

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The Boston Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Laron Lewis Richardson, 28, and Steven Sayles, 29, who have been implicated in the shooting murder of Annalicia Perry, 20.

At 11:26 pm on Saturday, July 22, officers responded to 39 Annunciation Road, Roxbury for a person shot. There, officers located Ms. Perry suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the face. She was taken to an area hospital and pronounced dead at 2:24 am.

Detectives from the Homicide Unit applied for and were granted an arrest warrant for Laron Lewis Richardson of Jamaica Plain charging him with Murder. Homicide detectives also secured a second arrest warrant for Steven Sayles of Dorchester charging him with Accessory After Fact/Murder.

Both individuals are considered dangerous and may be in possession of a firearm.

Homicide detectives are asking anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Richardson and Sayles to please contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470. Individuals can also call our 24-hour toll free number at 1-800-494-TIPS. The identities of callers wishing to remain anonymous will be protected.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD from Tuesday 8/22 thru 10 AM Wednesday, August 23.

Note: the information below is preliminary information, and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information is based on an initial review of incident reports and may not be a comprehensive listing of events. It is not a statistical analysis, but rather an initial tally of significant events. Some of the incidents included may be covered in more detail in other blog postings.

Homicides: 0

Non-fatal Shootings: 1.
Non-fatal Stabbings: 0.

Street Robberies: 4
Commercial Robberies: 1

Auto thefts: 10
Auto recoveries. 8
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 18

Residential break-ins: 11
Commercial Break-ins: 2

Person Shot in Roxbury
At about 2:40am this morning, officers responded to a call for shots fired in the area of 68 Highland Street. Once at the scene officers were informed that an 18-year-old male had taken himself to Boston Medical Center with a gunshot wound to his shoulder. The victim told police he was walking on Highland Street and was shot by person(s) unknown. District Detectives are investigating.

Wine Thief Caught Red Handed
Officers in the South End responded to a breaking and entering in progress at the Orinoco Restaurant, 477 Shawmut Avenue at about 4:27am this morning. Wyeth Phelps, 41, of Dorchester, was arrested and charged with the break-in. Officers also recovered three bottles of red wine he allegedly stole from inside the restaurant, inside his backpack.

On Tuesday morning, officers responded to the Aquitaine restaurant at 569 Tremont Street and took a report of a break-in. A rear door window was smashed and two bottles of Grey Goose vodka were missing from the bar. No suspects were arrested, however Detectives are looking into the similarities of the two cases.

Motor Vehicle breaks:
As noted above, there were 18 reported incidents of a larceny from a motor vehicle. A reminder that many motor vehicle breaks are among the most easily preventable of crimes. They are typically crimes of opportunity, committed by thieves who look for valuables left unattended. View a BPDNews posting that details how you can protect yourself against motor vehicle breaks.

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Officers from District 14 responded to 89 Dustin Street early Sunday morning for a person injured from a fall. The victim, Martin Lenaghan, 27, of Ireland, and Brighton, suffered fatal injuries when the spiral staircase he was on separated from the structure at 89-91 Dustin Street and collapsed. Lenaghan was transported to St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center and was pronounced dead. The preliminary investigation indicates that Lenaghan’s death was an accident and alcohol may have been involved. Boston Police and Boston Inspectional Services are investigating the circumstances surrounding this death.

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This morning around 8:22am, officers in District 6 responded to a radio call for a found body floating in the water at 140 Northern Avenue. On arrival officers discovered the body of a black male with no visible signs of trauma or foul play. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Boston Police Homicide detectives are investigating this death and ask anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS.

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Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - August 20th, 2005 vs. 2006.

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The Boston Globe profiles Franklin Miller, our 2006 Crimefighter of the Year Award recipient and a leader in the Wendover Street area.

“It's no secret there are a couple of Cape Verdean entities feuding with each other, and Wendover became one of the spots where that has played out," (Boston Police Commissioner) Goslin said. ``But Franklin, he was smart enough to make a quick assessment of the neighborhood when he moved in, and he found people who wanted to stay in the neighborhood and he pulled them together. He is a huge asset, and the message he and other residents are sending gets out among the gangbangers and trouble makers."

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Officers assigned to District 2 responded to a radio call for a person breaking into the Mission Catholic Church at 1545 Tremont Street in Roxbury this morning at 12:13am. On arrival the officers observed a white male jumping over the rod iron fence that surrounds the church with a witness pursuing him. The officer stopped the suspect and returned him to the front steps of the church. Located on the front steps of the Church was a second witness with two additional suspects and a drill.

Further investigation revealed that a resident of the Rectory heard noises coming from down stairs in the Rectory and when he went to investigate, he observed a group of males and females in front of the church. The witness then stated that he heard female voices coming from the bottom of the stairs of the Church. When he responded to that location, he observed two females crouching by a grated window of the Church with a drill in their hand. When the witness asked the females if they were early for Church Services, they dropped the drill and fled in an unknown direction.

After the two females fled, the witness observed three individuals on Church property. After being questioned by him what they were doing on church property, they stated they were looking for their friends drill. Additional units responded and police discovered a gate open that is usually closed and locked as well as a lock on a rear door drilled out. Police arrested Zachery Duensing, 20, of Hendersonville, TN; Robert Ransom, 20, of Stafford, Ct; Jamie Stawecki, 20, Stafford, Ct and charged them all with Attempted B&E at night, Trespassing, and Possession of Burglarious Tools. All three suspects were transported to District 2 where they were booked.

At about 4:20 this morning, the arresting officers were notified that there were two females at District 2 attempting to bail out the above suspects. The officer observed the two females and determined that they matched the description of the two that fled from the church earlier in the morning. The officer requested the witness to respond to District 2 who positively identified both females. Police arrested Melynda Durrell, 21, and Alyse Luurtsema, 19, both of Stafford, Ct. Both were charged with Attempted B&E at night, Trespassing, and Possession of Burglarious Tools.

All five suspects will be arraigned tomorrow morning in the Roxbury District Court.

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Victim Dies After Stairs Collapse in Brighton

Officers from District 14 responded to 89 Dustin Street this morning at about 2:21am on a report of a person falling from a building. Preliminary investigations reveal that the victim, an unidentified white male, was on a spiral staircase outside of 89-91 Dustin Street when it collapsed. The victim was transported to St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center where he was pronounced. This incident is currently under investigation by police and Boston Inspectional Services.

Suspect Arrested After Stabbing Man at 911 Boylston Street

This morning at 2:08am, officers from District 4 responded to the fire House at 941 Boylston Street on a report of a person stabbed. On arrival the officers spoke with the victim who was being treated for a stab wound to the right arm. The 24-year-old male from Brighton, reports being in the men’s room of the Foggy Goggle when he was involved a verbal altercation with a suspect. The suspect then broke a beer bottle, struck the victim and fled the bar. The victim was transported to the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and treated for non-life threatening wounds. Further investigation revealed that the suspect was a student at a local college. That College Police Department responded and assisted officers in the investigation. Both departments responded to an address on Kelton Street where they located 25-year-old Kirt Dorsett. The suspect was transported to the hospital where he was positively identified by the victim. He was placed under arrest and charged with Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon. He will be arraigned Monday morning in the Boston Municipal Court.

Hit and Run Suspect Wanted from Dorchester Incident

District 11 officers responded to a radio call this morning at about 2:06am on a report of a pedestrian struck at 445 Quincy Street in Dorchester. On arrival the officers observed Boston Firefighters and EMS treating a victim lying in the street in front of 439 Quincy Street suffering from severe head trauma. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced. According to witnesses, a grey motor vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed down Quincy Street when it hit the victim. The vehicle then continued toward Clarkson Street, stopped and returned to see what it struck. The suspect then fled down Quincy Street without making itself known. Anyone with any information about this incident is urged to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or the District 11 Detective at 617-343-4330.

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Breaking and Entering Ends in Arrest

Yesterday around 2:25pm, officers in district 3 responded to a radio call for a breaking and entering at Harvard and Millet Street. On arrival officers observed the suspect in the yard. The suspect stated to officers that he was hired by a guy to clean the yard. The suspect was observed removing boxes of flooring from the first floor apartment. Officers also observed the suspect with a box of flooring upon arrival. Officers spoke with owner who stated no one should be working around the house. Tracy Parks, 44, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Breaking and Entering and Larceny from a Building.

Two People Shot On Bowdoin Street

This morning around 12:11am, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for a person shot at Bowdoin and Draper Streets. On arrival officers located two victims suffering from apparent gunshot wound. Both victims were transported to Boston Medical Center and treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Man Arrested for Tagging

Early this morning while on patrol in District 14 officers observed the suspect on his knees in front of a utility box at 510 Cambridge Street. Officers observed the suspect tagging the utility box with a white marker. The suspect observed the police and attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended. Officers observed the same tagging in ten different locations on Brighton Avenue. Victor Aldana, 23, of Lawrence was placed under arrested and charged with Damage to Property by Graffiti/Tagging.

Drug Arrest at Blue Hill Avenue and Georgia Street

Around 4:30am this morning, officers in District 2 observed a drug transaction at the intersection of Blue Hill Avenue and Georgia Street. Officers observed one suspect hand a glassine bag to another suspect. As the officer approached the suspects, one of the suspects threw a glassine bag to the ground. Brandon Rose, 20, of Roxbury and Vastine Simmons, 34, of Dorchester were both arrested and charged with Possession of Class D. Officers did recover drugs from the suspects.

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Armed Home Invasion At 107 Ellington Street

Yesterday around 2:16pm, officers in District 3 responded to a radio call for an armed home invasion. On arrival the victim, who stated that a man knocked on the door, and when his girlfriend opened the door the suspect barged his way into the apartment pointing a firearm. A second suspect entered the house with a firearm and began searching the house. The victim was stripped of his jewelry. The suspect fled the scene in a white motor vehicle. A description was broadcasted and shortly later a detail officer stopped a motor vehicle fitting that description at Crawford and Warren Streets. The suspect was positively identified by the victim and placed under arrest. Ellis Thornton, 33, of Jamaica Plain, was arrested and charged with Home Invasion, Armed Robbery, Possession Of Class D, Receiving Stolen Property, and Unlawful Possession of Firearm. Officers did recover drugs and the victim’s jewelry.

Police Officer Assaulted During Loud Party Call

Early this morning officer in District 4 responded to a radio call for a loud party at 660 Massachusetts Avenue. On arrival officer proceeded to the rear of 660 Mass Avenue, where the noise was coming from. Officers knocked on the backyard gate and announced their office and asked the persons present to open the gate. Individuals in the yard asked who were there, once again officers announced their office. A person in the yard stated “no come around front”. Once again officers tried to gain entry via the back yard and were told to come around front. When officers entered the property through the rear they observed 10-12 people in the living room. Officers tried to ascertain who lived in the apartment but no one answered. Officers asked for someone to open the front door so other officers could gain access to the apartment. No one moved and several people stated, “I don’t live here”. Officers once again asked who lived there and an individual came out of a bedroom and acknowledged that he lived there. The officer asked the owner to open the front door so other officers could gain entry. Mr. Acosta stated to owner that he did not have to open the door and also stated that they didn’t have to leave. Officers feared that Mr. Acosta was escalating the situation and would insight others present to become abusive and refuse to leave. While removing Mr. Acosta from the residence an officer was hit on the head with a beer bottle. Brian Burke, 24, of Quincy was charged with Disturbing the Peace and John Acosta, 22, of Boston was charged with Disorderly Person and Assault and Battery on a Police Officer. The officer was not injured during this incident.

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The Lowell, MA Police Department has launched a blog of their own. By our count they become the 2nd MA police agency to launch a blog. (Regular readers of this site will know that we are proud of our first in the nation status.) Lowell PD consulted with us when creating their blog, and we wish them well.

Check out the Lowell PD online. http://www.lowellpolice.com/blog/

Do you know of any other Massachusetts or New England police blogs? If so, let us know via our comments section.

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Toni Lewis

D.O.B 2/7/90
5’3’ 120 lbs. (Thin build)
Missing from Hartford Ct. area. She has a limp due to previous fracture to left leg.

If located Contact: District B-2 Detectives (617) 343-4275.
Contact Sgt Det Kelley O’Connell, Family Justice Division
(617) 343-5783

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Shamika Green was located on 9/17/06

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Update: Denise was recently located (as of 11/21/06).

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Danielle Woodsum was located on 8/17/06

Seneka Dupree was located on 8/15/06

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Qwantesha Ward-Floyd was located on 8/10/2006.

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Witnesses Cheer on Suspects as they Stab Teen

Last night at 6:41pm, investigators from District 11 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 374 Washington Street in Dorchester. On arrival officers discovered that a 13-year-old female from Dorchester had been stabbed in the abdomen at that location. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where she was treated for non-life threatening injuries. According to witnesses on scene, two teenage females were responsible for the assault. Witnesses further stated that four teenage black males were present at the scene and were encouraging and cheering on the suspects during the stabbing. No arrests have been made and District 11 detectives are currently investigating this incident.

Victim, Officer, and Suspect All Injured After Armed Robbery Arrest in Back Bay

Officers from District 4 responded this morning shortly after midnight to a report of an armed robbery in progress at 47 Huntington Avenue. While en route to the victim they were updated that four black male had jumped the victim on Boylston Street and were fleeing outbound on Huntington Avenue. The officers located the 21-year-old female victim from Boston who stated that she was walking on Huntington Avenue when three black males grabbed her bags on her shoulders and threw her to the ground hitting her head on the sidewalk. One suspect kicked the victim in the head and placed a firearm to her head while demanding her bags and ordering her to stop screaming. The two other suspects continued to attempt to steal her bags. The suspects dragged the victim about 5 to 6 feet before she lost the grip of her bags. The suspects then fled with the victims Prada and Fendi leather bags in different directions.

Officers searching the area observed a suspect matching the description of one of the suspects running down Blagden Street toward Exeter Street and were able to stop him at One Exeter Place. While the officers were conducting a threshold inquiry, the suspect fled a second time with officers pursuing him on foot. With the assistance of additional District 4 officers, the suspect was stopped again at Exeter and Huntington Avenue after jumping across the hood of a marked cruiser. The suspect was positively identified by the victim and witness and placed under arrest.

A second witness observed the suspects rummaging through the victim’s bags next to the Lenox Hotel. This witness returned two ripped bags to the officers that belonged to the victim. The victim was treated by Boston EMS at the scene for her injuries. The officer was injured after falling as he was chasing the suspect on foot, he was transported to a local hospital and treated for minor injuries. The suspect was transported to the Boston Medical Center and treated for minor injuries and released to his cell at District 4. The suspect, Jason Henry Simmons, 22, of Roxbury will be arraigned today at the Boston Municipal Court and charged with Armed Robbery, Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon to wit a Shod Foot, and Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon to wit a Firearm.

Suspect Arrested After Officers Attempt to Assist Him Home

This morning at 12:39am, officers from District 14 responded to 45 Selkirk Road in Brighton for a report of a B&E in progress. On arrival officers located a 28-year-old male, who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, turning doorknobs and attempting to open doors in the rear of 61 and 65 Chiswick Street. Officers determined that this individual lived in the area and offered him a ride to his house. The suspect then began yelling at the officers pushing them away from him. The officers repeatedly attempted to calm the suspect down and assist him to his house. The suspect began struggling with officers and was eventually placed under arrest for Disorderly Conduct. Michael Hickey, 28, who resides in Brighton, will be arraigned this morning in the Brighton District Court.

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At about 6:00pm this evening, officers from District 13 responded to a call to assist another officer conducting an investigation at School and Amory Streets in Jamaica Plain. When the officers were clearing from the assist, a witness at 56 Boylston Street stopped the officers and reported that a 13-year-old male from Jamaica Plain was grabbed and forced into a vehicle. According to the witness, the vehicle traveled down Boylston Street the wrong direction. The operator of the vehicle exited the car, grabbed the victim’s by the arms, placing them behind him and forced him into the rear seat of his motor vehicle. The suspect then fled from the area toward Centre Street.

The officers on scene provided a description of the vehicle that the suspect fled in with the victim. Further investigation by Detectives brought them to the address where the car was registered while officers interviewed the victim. The victim reported to police that he was running away from the police when he was stopped by the suspect, forcibly taken off his bike and placed in the suspect vehicle. The suspect told the victim he was under arrest and began asking the victim questions while he drove from the scene. When the victim asked the suspect to produce a badge, the suspect dropped the victim off in the CVS parking lot unharmed.

Investigators from District 13 located the suspect at his residence in Roxbury. After questioning the suspect and identification from a witness, police arrested Raciel Carbonell Bolano, 28, of Roxbury. He will be arraigned tomorrow morning in the West Roxbury District Court where he will be charged with Kidnapping and Impersonating a Police Officer.

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Yesterday 36 students from the Boston Police-ManuLife Summer of Opportunity (SOO) had a chance to visit with Police Commissioner Al Goslin and Superintendent Paul Joyce and tour Boston Police Headquarters. This is the final week of the SOO's summer session, which started in early July. Students have spent the summer in work shops ranging from time management, communication, dressing for success, to name but a few. As this session concludes, students are currently interviewing for jobs for fall internships (the second phase of this program).

In Tuesday's session, youth learned about what it meant to be a law enforcement executive, asked questions about police procedures, innovative programs and learned about Boston's community policing philosophy. Students had a chance to meet the Police Commissioner and see personnel in action at the Operations Division and Crime Lab.

Last month marked the 13th Annual Summer of Opportunity program. Developed in 1994 by the Boston Police Department’s Youth Violence Strike Force, in partnership with John Hancock/ManuLife, to serve 40 of the city’s highest-risk youth and bridge the gap between the neighborhood and the world of work. Boston’s youth are recruited citywide and referred to the program by community organizations, criminal justice professionals and clergy, to learn job readiness and leadership skills in the private sector and earn a weekly stipend, over an six week period from June to August. Successful summer participants are then offered a chance in the Fall to participate in a 46 week internship putting what they learned over the summer into action in the workplace.

Quick Facts: As of June 2006:
· 480 youth have enrolled in the program
· 410 of these youth have finished Phase 1, and
· 351 have completed phase 2

Following the meeting, we asked several of the participants for feedback on their experience. This is what they had to say:

Ashley Coakley, 17 from Dorchester:
I basically learned that all police aren’t just about arresting but a lot of them want to help us and make our neighborhoods safe again. I also understand that stopping the increasing violence isn’t just a police job but the community’s job. Teens today tend to group all the cops together and don’t think too highly of them (not me though) and not all cops are the same and the meeting yesterday should go a long way towards convincing the teens in the Summer of Opportunity program that the police are trying to help.

Michael Lockley, 16 from Dorchester:
What I learned about community safety is that the police can’t do it all by themselves. The community needs to be involved too.

Tatiana Rodriguez, 16, Dorchester:
I learned things about the work that police do that I never knew about such as how many programs they have that give back to the community. I also learned that police don't only arrest people but they do things to prevent crime from happening for instance the Summer of Opportunity and the Mentor Program. After this presentation, Superintendent Joyce really convinced me that police are not what I thought them to be. I really felt the effort that Supt. Joyce, Blake Norton and Commissioner Goslin make to prevent the violence in my community and maybe one day I could give back to the community just like them. I also feel that the police understand how the violence in Boston has increased and they realized that arresting everyone is not going to help everyone. And the police seem like they are trying to look and prevent the roots of violence. I am definitely more informed about policing in Boston.

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Sex Offender Arrested After Assaulting Workers

Last night at about 9:30pm, officers assigned to District 3 responded to a radio call for an n assault and battery in progress at Norfolk Street and Mildred Avenue in Mattapan. On arrival the officers spoke with two victims who stated they were painting crosswalks on the street when Steven Gilbert, 49, of Mattapan began punching them both in the face. Both victims sustained minor injuries and were able to hold the suspect until police arrived. The officers determined that the suspect was wanted out of the Dorchester District Court on a warrant for Assault and Battery and had failed to register as a Sex Offender. Gilbert will be arraigned in the Dorchester District Court this morning and will also be charged with two counts of Assault and Battery.

Allston Resident Assaulted after Hitch Hiking in Brighton

Officers from District 14 responded to a call last night at 8:08pm for a person stabbed at Colburne Street and Monastery Road. Officers discovered a 23-year-old Allston resident who reported to police that he was “hitching” a ride on Commonwealth Avenue when a tan colored minivan occupied by three black males picked him up. The three suspects proceeded to place a knife to the victim’s throat and attempt to rob him. The victim reports he was able to escape from the moving van when it slowed down. The victim sustained a stab wound to the chin and scrapes and cuts from jumping out of the moving vehicle. The suspects fled on Monastery Road. No items were taken from the victim.

Happy Hour Interrupted in West Roxbury

Yesterday afternoon at about 3:51pm, officers from District 5 while patrolling the Washington Street area observed two males sitting on the stairs of 5215 Washington Street drinking from two 40 ounce Budweiser bottles. Police arrested Richard Dimartino, 35, of West Roxbury and John Greenwell, 33, of Hyde Park and charged them with Public Drinking. Both will be arraigned in the West Roxbury Court this morning.

Motor Vehicle Stop Leads to Marijuana and Crack Arrest

Members of the Youth Violence Strike Force patrolling in the Dorchester neighborhood last night at about 9:28pm observed a motor vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign on Downer Avenue and Pleasant Street. The officers stopped the vehicle and the driver climbed from the drivers seat to a rear seat in the vehicle. The suspect, Stephen Brewington, 18, of Dorchester was arrested for Operating without a License as well as other violations of the auto laws. Brewington was also found to be in possession of marijuana and crack cocaine. He will be arraigned this morning in the Dorchester District Court and charged with Possession Class B, Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B, Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B within 1000’ of a School Zone as well as Possession Class D, Possession Class D with Intent to Distribute, and Possession with Intent to Distribute Class D within 1000’ of a School Zone.

Suspect Arrested After B&E on Construction Site in Roxbury

This morning at 2:22am officers from District 2 responded to a report of a male breaking into a car at the construction lot at 58 Geneva Avenue in Roxbury. On arrival officers spoke with a witness who stated that a male broke into a utility van. A description of the suspect was broadcasted over police radios and officers stopped an individual fitting the description on Normandy Street. After being positively identified by witnesses, police arrested Leonardo Blanco, 42, of Boston and charged him with Breaking and Entering a Motor Vehicle and Destruction of Property. He will be arraigned this morning in Roxbury District Court.

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Pattern of Larcenies on Newbury St./Boylston St.

Since July 1, 2006, forty (40) larcenies have occurred in the Newbury St./Boylston St. area of Boston Police District 4. It is important to note that in only three (3) of the incidents, the purse was physically removed from the victim.

The vast majority of the larcenies occurred after the victim set the purse down and/or left it unattended.
· 20 incidents occurred at coffee shops or restaurants
· 6 incidents occurred at a bar/nightclub
· 1 incident occurred at a store
· 13 incidents did not list the location of the incident

In almost all incidents the victim could not provide a suspect description.

The theft of purses is almost always a crime of opportunity. Your chances of this happening to you can be greatly reduced with the careful consideration of the following prevention tips:

· When in a restaurant, if you choose to your purse under your chair then put the leg of your chair through your purse strap, your purse will then be a considerably less accessible target
· Do not hang your purse on the back of a chair and out of your sight.
· Do not put your purse down on the ground and/or leave it unattended
· If you must carry a purse, carry only the items that you need and never large amounts of cash
· Always be cognizant of your surroundings and walk with confidence and purpose
· Walk in well lit areas and avoid walking close to areas which would allow a thief to hide in an entrance way or behind a parked car
· Carry your purse close to your person, preferably in front, don’t wrap your purse strap too tightly around your wrist or shoulder, you’re likely to get hurt if a thief were to grab it forcefully

If a thief approaches you, remember that it is best to just let it go. It is not worth being injured by resisting.

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Seneka Dupree was located on 8/15/06

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Motor Vehicle Stop Leads to Heroin Arrest in Roslindale

Officers assigned to District 18 on patrol in the American Legion Highway and Canterbury Street area observed an operator of a motor vehicle make an unsafe lane change.
The officers followed the motor vehicle and clocked the car traveling 42 miles per hour in a 30 mile per hour zone. The officers activated their emergency equipment and stopped the vehicle. While conducting a motor vehicle stop, the officer observed a small bag of heroin. Officers arrested Onasis Bladimir Troncoso, 21, of South Boston and charged him with Possession with Intent to Distribute Class A, and Possession of Class A substance. At the booking desk, another bag of heroin was recovered from the suspect. He will be arraigned in the West Roxbury Court this morning.

Juveniles Arrested in Roxbury after Breaking and Entering Apartment

Last night at about 7:00pm, officers from District 4 responded to a call for a breaking and entering on Windsor Street in Roxbury. Officers spoke with the victim who stated she was in her apartment when her alarm went off. She observed her from door open and she fled her house and called police. A description of the suspects was broadcast over the police radio of the suspects. An officer observed two people matching the description put out by police at Lenox Street and Trotter Court. The officer stopped the two and discovered them to be in possession of items stolen from the victim. Both suspects were placed under arrest. Police charged the 16-year-old male from East Boston and the 15-year-old male from Boston with Delinquency to wit: Breaking and Entering. Both will be arraigned this morning in Juvenile Court.

Four Juveniles Arrested in South End for Larceny of Bikes

Boston Police Operations broadcast a description this morning at 1:25am of a group of black males attempting to break and enter a vehicle parked at Newbury Street and Gloucester Street. According to a witness, the group was observed attempting to pry open the door of the vehicle. When the suspects observed the witness, they fled the area. Ten minutes later, officers assigned to District 4 observed a group of suspects matching the description of the wanted group on bicycles at Newbury Street and Dartmouth Street. The officers stopped the four juveniles and discovered them to be in possession of bolt cutters as well as riding stolen bicycles. The witness at the scene positively identified all four suspects. The bicycles were seized, and all four suspects were placed under arrest. Arrested were two 16-year-old males from Concord, NH, a 16-year-old male from Boston, and a 16-year-old male from Roxbury. They will be arraigned in the Boston Juvenile Court this morning.

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At 8:42pm, officers in District 18 responded to a radio call for dog attack at 6 Pinedale Road. On arrival officers spoke with the victim and his mother who stated they were exiting her vehicle when a pit bull ran up to them and started attacking her son. The victim, 4 year-old was transported to Boston Medical Center and treated for scratches to his face. Further investigation revealed that the dog did not bite the victim, but the injuries were received when the dog jumped on him. Animal control responded to the scene but was unable to locate the dog.

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Drug Bust in Roxbury

Yesterday evening officers from District 2 Drug Control Unit executed a search warrant at 156 Hillside Street. Officers arrested David Saucier, 42, of Roxbury charged with Trafficking Class B and Possession with Intent to Distribute. Recovered at that location was a sifter, scale, numerous bags of cocaine and marijuana and US currency.

Don’t Take “ME” Out To The Ball Game

Yesterday evening around 5:15pm, Fenway Security observed a man jumping over the wall and running onto the field during the Rex Sox game. The suspect was escorted off the field by Fenway Security and into the long arms of the law. Casey Cushing, 17, of Milton was arrested and charged with Trespassing and Disturbing a Public Assembly.

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Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - August 13th, 2005 vs. 2006.

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)

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Recent stats show that 8 out of 11 Boston Police Districts report a decline in the number of Larceny From a Motor Vehicle (January 1 to August 6, 2005 vs. January 1 to August 6, 2006).* This resulted in a 5 % overall decrease in motor vehicle break-ins.

• The biggest drop occurred in District A-7 (East Boston), a 47% decrease from this same period in 2005.
  
• 2nd biggest drop occurred in E-5, which saw a 45% decrease.
  
• View stats for all 12 Districts (PDF file)
  

However, three Districts (A1, B2, and D4) reported an increase in the number of thefts from motor vehicles.

• District A-1 (Downtown) reported a 36% increase (This District includes A-15: Charlestown, which saw a 2% increase)
  
• District B-2 (Roxbury/Mission Hill) reported an 18% increase
  
• District 4 (South End/ Back Bay) saw a 6 % increase in Motor Vehicle breaks

Motor vehicle breaks are among the most easily preventable of crimes. They are typically crimes of opportunity, committed by thieves who look for valuables left unattended. These thieves can often be discouraged by taking a few simple steps. Here’s how you can protect yourself against motor vehicle breaks.

DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES IN YOUR CAR WHERE OTHERS CAN SEE THEM. Valuable items, such as your laptop, iPod, etc. should never be left in the front or back seat of your vehicle. Always take your valuables with you, or move them into the trunk.

• Lock your doors and windows. Even if your window is only slightly open, it makes your car an easier target for thieves. A thief will insert a wire into a slightly open window to pop up the door lock.

• Replace your standard door lock buttons with tapered ones. Tapered door lock buttons make it more difficult for a thief to hook a wire or device onto the door lock button to pop it open.

• Invest in an anti-theft device. When you buy a new or used car, checking to see if it has an anti-theft device is as important as checking the engine. If there isn't one, you should have one installed.

• If you observe any unusual activity or observe a car theft or a break-in, call 911.

  *Source: Boston Regional Intelligence Center. All 2006 data should be considered preliminary.

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On Monday, August 14, 2006 around 10:50 am, officers from District A-1 responded to a radio call for a suspicious package found in a parked vehicle. Upon arrival, the officers determined the object was of a suspicious enough nature to call for the Boston Police Bomb Unit. The Bomb Unit determined that the package contained a number of electrical components. At this time, the K9 unit was called in for further inspection.

Sections of Atlantic Ave. and Essex St. were closed and traffic was diverted away from the area.

Taking the necessary precautions, explosives specialists decided to dispose of the object in a safe manner. Bomb Squad personnel utilized a standard “render safe procedure” known as a water- base disruptor to disable any potential threat. After this process was completed, it was determined that the object was a computer with exposed wires covered in plastic wrap.

No injuries were reported and traffic flow was restored at 12:07 pm.

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The Boston Police Department today received a report of a suspicious male in the area of Jamaica Pond in Jamaica Plain. The department asks individuals to exercise vigilance and to assist officers in identifying the suspect.

Event Description:
On Monday, August 14, 2006 at approximately 6:45 am a female states that she was jogging around Jamaica Pond when she was approached and slapped on the buttocks by a Hispanic male. The suspect was exposing himself when he approached the victim. At that time, the victim threatened to call the police and the suspect fled.

Suspect Description:
Race: Hispanic Gender: Male
Age: mid 20’s
Complexion: Light-skinned
Hair: Brown Facial Hair: No
Built: Slim Height: 6 ft.
Lbs: 160
SW: loose, baggy clothing specifically khaki pants

Anyone approached by someone fitting this description should take immediate precautions to get as far away as quickly as possible and call the police. Women are advised to always be aware of their surroundings, carry a cell-phone, and to try to not walk or run alone if possible.

Officers are actively searching this area and ask anyone with information to please come forward. Anyone with information about the suspect is urged to contact the District E-13 Detectives 617-343-5630 or the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS.

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At 10:37pm, officers from District 2 responded to Elm Hill Avenue and Seaver Street in Roxbury on a report of a person shot. On arrival the officers confirmed that one person was shot at 224 Seaver Street. Boston EMS treated and transported the victim to the Boston Medical Center. The victim’s condition is unknown at this time.

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Person Shot at 51 Burrell Street

Late last night around 11:59pm, officers in District 2 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 51 Burrell Street. On arrival officers observed the victim, a black male suffering from multiple gun shot wounds. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Firearm Arrest at Bowdoin and Draper Streets

This morning around 2am, officers in District 2 were traveling on Stonehurst Street toward Draper Streets, officers observed two vehicle traveling extremely slow and in close proximity of each other. Upon seeing the police both motor vehicle sped up and began traveling at normal speed. Officer activated their lights and siren to conduct an inquiry. Arrested was Al Baptista, 18, of Dorchester and Antonio Depina, 18, of Medford, both charged them with Unlawful Possession of Firearm and Ammunition. Officers did recover a gun and ammunition from the suspects

Four People Arrested After A Fight

Early this morning, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for a fight at 209 E Cottage Street. On arrival officers spoke with the victims who stated that they were assaulted by a group of males. Officers observed several males running behind 718 Columbia Road. Dorchester residents Carlos Barbosa, 24, Mike Mehciz, 22, Hermitao Rosa, 22 were all arrested and charged with Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon and Resisting Arrest. Also arrested was a 15-year-old juvenile. Two victims were transported to Boston Medical Center and treated for minor injures and the third victim refused medical attention.

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Officers from District 5 are currently investigating a shooting that occurred at Grove Street and Jeshurun Street in West Roxbury tonight at 8:24pm. Police state that the victim, a male about 30-years-old, was shot multiple times. Boston EMS treated and transported the victim to the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital where he is being treated for what appears to be non-life threatening gun shot wounds.

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Shots Fired at Dunkeld and Quincy Streets

Last night around 7:40pm, officers in District 2 responded to a radio call for shots fired in the area of Dunkeld and Quincy Streets. Officers did recover ballistic evidence at the scene. No reports of injuries and no damage to property have been reported at this time.

Man Arrested After Refusing to Stop for Police

About 10:10pm, officers in District 7 while on patrol observed a motor vehicle operating at a high rate of speed on Saratoga Street. Officers signaled for the operator to pull the vehicle to the side of the road. The operator failed to stop for the stop sign at the intersection of Saratoga and Moore Streets, slowed down appearing to pull over for officers, but then speed up passing officers. When officers approached the vehicle they observed the drivers side of and the vehicle empty. Officers located the suspect hiding on Wordswoth Street. Rodrigo Mijangos, 19, of East Boston was arrested and charged with numerous violations of the auto laws.

Three Arrested For Affray Outside Downtown Club

About 2:10am, officers in District 1 while on patrol in the area of Stuart and Tremont Streets observed a large crowd in the parking lot of the Buzz Club. Officers observed some individuals in the crowd were combative and arguing with each other. Several arguments and fights broke out among the crowd. Stephanie Pena, 19, of South End, Christine Banks, 23, of Randolph, and Derrick Allen, 19, of Dorchester were all arrested and charged with Affray, Disorderly, and Disturbing the Peace.

Suspect Arrested in the South End with Loaded Firearm

This morning officers assigned to the District 4 anti-crime unit observed an individual in the W. Newton Street and Shawmut Avenue acting suspicious at 3:20am. The officers confronted the individual, and asked the individual to remove his hands from his pockets. The individual refused and the officers conducted a pat frisk and discovered a firearm in the suspect’s waist area. A violent struggle ensued and both officers were met with resistance from the suspect. Eventually, the officers were able to handcuff Angel Garcia, 31, of Boston. Garcia was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Ammunition, and Resisting Arrest. He will be arraigned on Monday morning at the Boston Municipal Court.

Officers Arrest Suspect with Load Firearm in Dorchester

Members of the Youth Violence Strike Force and officers from District 11 patrolling in the Adams Street area of Dorchester this morning at 1:45am, received information that a suspect was carrying a firearm. The officers observed the suspect enter a store on Adams Street and go to the Lottery kiosk. When the officers stopped the suspect, he did not have the plastic bag that officers observed him carrying when he entered the store. After a search of the lottery kiosk, officers discovered the white plastic bag with a loaded firearm in it. Officers arrested Edward Miles, 24, of Dorchester and charged him with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition. He will be arraigned Monday morning at Dorchester District Court.

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Last night at 10:22pm, officers assigned to District 15 responded to a radio call for an assault and battery on Payson Place in Charlestown. While responding to the call the officers were provided a description of the suspects involved in the incident. The officers were responding to where the victim was located when they observed two suspects fitting the description of the suspects in the area of 240 Main Street. The officers stopped the suspects and brought them to Elm Street where the victim was located. The victim, a 21-year-old Charlestown resident, positively identified the two 15-year-old female juveniles as the people that assaulted and robbed her.

The victim reported to officers that the two suspects approached her armed with a whiffle bat that was wrapped up with duct tape. The suspects struck the victim several times to the head and arm before stealing her groceries. The victim was able to fight off the suspects and remove the bat from them and turn it over to police. Boston EMS responded to the scene treated the victim for minor injuries. The two juveniles were placed under arrest and charged with Delinquency to wit Armed Robbery and Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon. They will be arraigned in Boston Juvenile Court on Friday.

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Shots Fired at Chinatown Eatery

At 2:48am yesterday morning an off-duty police officer witnessed a man inside a Chinatown restaurant discharge a gun into the ceiling and flee with three other male suspects. The officer was able to follow the suspects outside and take note of their vehicle’s plate number and description and alert responding officers. The suspect vehicle was located a short time later on Park Street in Dorchester with one suspect inside. Officers arrested 26-year-old Gabriel Rosa of Dorchester, after he was positively identified, by the off-duty officer, as one of the suspects involved in the shooting. No gun was recovered at this time, however ballistic evidence was recovered from the restaurant.

Old West Church Vandalized

Officers responded to 131 Cambridge Street, The Old West Church, at 11:00am yesterday on a vandalism report. Officers spoke with a church caretaker who said he arrived at the church at 10:30am to find the sanctuary in total disarray. Officers also observed damage to church paintings and other church property. District Detectives are investigating and ask anyone with information to contact Area A at 617-343-4248.

Bike Thieves Caught in the Act

Plainclothes officers in Dorchester arrested three juvenile males yesterday at 3:27pm after observing the three forcibly take a pair of bikes from two victims on Dorchester Avenue. Officers watched as the trio pushed the victims and grabbed their bikes from them. The three were quickly stopped as they tried to flee and placed under arrest for the unarmed robbery. The bikes were given back to the victims and the three juveniles were taken to jail.

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Boston Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing Dorchester man diagnosed as a paranoid schizophrenic. Michael Igoe, 52, was reported missing from 25 Virginia Street, a group home, by a caretaker last night at 9:30pm. According to the caretaker, Igoe was last seen at the home on Wednesday night around 10:00pm and possibly seen in Copley Square on Thursday afternoon.

Igoe is described as a white male, about 6 feet tall, 160lbs, slim build. He has brown and gray hair, is clean-shaven, with hazel eyes. He has a scar on his abdomen and is left-handed. He has been known to frequent libraries in the Uphams Corner and Harvard Square area. Igoe has been diagnosed as a paranoid schizophrenic but is not known to be violent.

Anyone who sees Igoe or someone matching his description is urged to contact the Boston Police at 617-343-4275 or the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS.

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As most of you are aware by now, law enforcement authorities in London arrested 21 individuals on suspicion of planning a terrorist attack targeting commercial airline flights operating out of the United Kingdom. In response to these arrests, the US Department of Homeland Security has raised the aviation security level to Code Red. This applies to commercial aviation operating in or headed toward the United States.

There is no known specific threat to Boston. However, Boston Police officers have been instructed to remain at a heightened state of awareness, and will exercise extra vigilance. We will coordinate our security efforts with our Federal, state and local partners, in particular the Department of Homeland Security, the Massachusetts State Police, and our partners in the Boston Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI). Department personnel will also be engaging in routine reviews of physical security procedures, conducting inspections when notified of suspicious items, person, and vehicles, and will be taking additional precautions at public events as warranted. The Boston Police Department remains ready to assist our partners in the Massachusetts State Police if needed.

Again, it is important to remember that our alert status for the City of Boston has not been changed by these events. If we should receive information that changes our current alert status, or otherwise indicates that extra precautions are in order, then we will mobilize the appropriate personnel and move to the next level of alert.

Residents should not feel any need to alter their daily habits or work schedules. We remind you to report any suspicious behavior to the Boston Police, via 911 or via our anonymous tip line 800-494-TIPS.

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What: Flag Raising

When: Thursday, August 10th, 5:00 PM

Where: Intersection of South Huntington and Center Street, Jamaica Plain, MA

Who: Members of the Boston Police Department, Representatives of the E-13 District Police, Sgt. Michael O’Connor, and Neighborhood Crime Watch Coordinator, Joseph Porcelli; Lesley Delaney-Hawkins representing the Mayor’s Office; Owners of the Alchemist Restaurant Lyndon Fuller and Relena Erskine; and Jamaica Plain residents, Maryetta Dusourd and Michael Reiskind.

In late July, Lyndon Fuller, one of the new owners of the Alchemist Lounge, was complimenting Maryetta Dusourd, a resident who lives across street, on how nice the new garden looked that Maryetta had planted at the base of the flag pole. This flag serves as a memorial to William E. Canary, who lost his life in action during WWI in St. Mihiel France on September 12,1918. Maryetta told Lydon that she hoped to have the deteriorated flag replaced with a new flag. Maryetta said, “My mother was an Irish immigrant who loved the country. She told me as a child the greatest thing to keep in mind is what the flag means to immigrants. It means, hope, loyalty and service together. Seeing the flag in this shape makes me feel like we are not honoring those who have given their lives.”

A few days later, Lyndon told Joseph Porcelli, BPD Neighborhood Crime Watch coordinator, and a resident of Jamaica Plain, about his conversation with Maryetta. Joseph brought this matter to the attention of BPD Sgt. Michael O’Connor, who quickly secured a replacement flag.

The media is invited to view this shining example of community spirit as JP residents, business owners, the Neighborhood Crime Watch unit and other members of the Boston Police come together as neighbors, friends, and proud Americans.

Contact:
Joseph Porcelli
Civilian Community Service Officer
Neighborhood Crime Watch Unit
Boston Police Department

Office: 617-343-4779

www.BostonCrimeWatch.com

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Miesha Parker

UPDATE: MIESHA HAS BEEN LOCATED

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Ana Elizabeth Gonzales

UPDATE: ANA HAS BEEN LOCATED.

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Update: Rhonda was located on Nov 15, 2006 in Mattapan

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Danielle Woodsum was located 8/17/06

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Search Warrant at 11 Navillus Terrace

Last night around 6:30pm, officers assigned to the Drug Control Unit executed a search warrant at 11 Navillus Terrace in Dorchester. Officers arrested Pierre Laguere, 33, of Dorchester of Unlawful Possession of Ammunition. Officers recovered ammunition, razors and a scale.

Person Shot at 44 Draper Street

Last night, around 11:24pm, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for a person shot. On arrival, officers found the victim, a 15 year-old suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center where he is being treated for non-life threatening injuries.

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At approximately 11:42am, officers responded to 414 Tremont Street in the South End for a report of a larceny. Upon arrival, officers learned that a suspect entered the establishment, jumped on a table, grabbed a purse and fled in a green Ford pickup. A radio broadcast went out with a description and officers searched the immediate area to no avail.

The suspect was spotted at 445 Blue Hill Avenue in Dorchester at about 12:20pm and upon noticing police, David Butt, 37, of Foxborough, attempted to flee in the same pickup truck, striking a police cruiser at Dorchester Avenue & Ashmont Street. Butt then continued down Dorchester Avenue until he collided with a steel barrier in the rear of 1880 Dorchester Avenue, at which point he exited the vehicle and climbed onto the roof of a building at Beale Street & Dorchester Avenue. After approximately fifteen minutes, Butt came down from the roof and was placed under arrest.

Charges are as follows: Unarmed Robbery, Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon, Failure to Stop for a Police Officer, Resisting Arrest, Destruction of Personal Property & Operating Under the Influence of Drugs. Butt will appear in Dorchester District Court tomorrow.

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Re: “Boston Police Seeking Help with Attempted Abductions”
The original posting incorrectly reported the time of the July 29 assault as occurring at 12:30 AM. The Incident occurred at 8:30 PM on Saturday, July 29. (it was not reported to the police until 12:30 AM.)

The original posting has since been corrected.

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In light of the recent incidents that have been reported in the River St area of Mattapan, we'd like to remind city residents of steps you can take to enhance your personal safety.

TIPS FOR ENSURING YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY

• Always be aware of your surroundings--especially at night. When parking, walking or returning to your car, remain in well-lit and populated areas.

• Wear sneakers if possible for extra mobility.

• Be watchful – who is out there and what is going on. Keep your head up. Make quick eye contact with those around you and be observant of passing vehicles. Do not become distracted by talking on a cell phone or listening to an iPod/similar device.

• Avoid walking alone late at night. Attempt to walk with people that you are familiar with.

• Keep a whistle within reach. If you feel threatened, use the whistle to signal to residents that you need assistance. Yelling ‘Fire!” “Help!” and/or “”Rape!” as you are being assaulted also signals people to assist you.

• Hold your car keys in your hand to use as a weapon against an attacker.

• Carry a cell phone with you.

• Call ahead to your destination to let them know that you are on your way. Make sure they expect you at a certain time, so that they may look out for you upon your arrival or will know to look for you if you do not arrive.

• Walk with confidence. Be assertive – do not let anyone violate your space. Trust your instincts. Accept the fact anyone can be a victim of crime– do not simply assume "IT WILL NEVER HAPPEN TO ME."

• Believe that if an unarmed attacker confronts you, you may be able to scare, distract, or even incapacitate the person enough to escape.

• If you think that someone is following you, switch direction or cross the street. Walk toward an open store, restaurant or lighted house.
  

You may also download the above list as a separate PDF file.

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The Boston Police Department is seeking public assistance with three separate incidents that occurred in the 800 block of River Street in Mattapan over the past several weeks. Preliminary findings suggest that these three incidents share similarities.

First Event Description:
On Saturday July 29, 2006 at approximately 8:30 PM* a 14-year-old female states that she was pushing her infant daughter in a stroller in the vicinity of 800 River Street when she was approached by a heavy set Hispanic male, wearing a black baseball cap. The suspect pulled over his vehicle and attempted to speak with the victim, who refused to engage in conversation. The suspect then drove away and circled the block back to the victim. The victim reported that the suspect displayed a black-colored handgun and asked her to get into the car, a red-colored older model car, possibly a Chrysler.

Second Event Description:
On Saturday, August 5, 2006 at approximately 2:55 am a 19-year-old female reported that she was walking on River Street near Thorn Street when a Hispanic male approached her driving a blue Dodge Chrysler minivan. The male asked the victim if she wanted a ride and the victim refused. The suspect left the area, circled the block he then returned to the victim at Rector Road/Rosewood Street. He asked the victim if she wanted a ride again, spoke some Spanish to her, and the victim declined again. At this time, the suspect pointed a silver-colored handgun with a black handle at the victim. The victim then ran away with the suspect attempting to follow her. The victim was able to safely escape and call the police.

Third Event Description:
On Monday, August 7, 2006 @ 7:00 P.M., a 20 year-old female victim walked into E-18 to report that she was assaulted on Wednesday, July 19, 2006 at approximately 11:30 pm, on the 800th block of River Street. The victim stated that she did not report the incident earlier because she was 7 months pregnant at the time of the incident. She reported that as a result of the trauma suffered from the incident she immediately went into premature labor, which resulted in her being hospitalized for the past three weeks. During an interview with the detectives, the victim stated that she had just walked outside of her building on River Street to retrieve something from her vehicle when an unknown male driving a red/maroon four-door sedan, older box style vehicle, pulled up next to her on George Street at River Street. The female stated that the suspect was attempting to engage her in conversation. She stated that she believed he was a medium complexion black male, round face, unknown height and weight, spoke with an accent, wearing a plain black baseball hat. She stated that the suspect became angry when she would not go to the car and talk with him. The victim stated that the suspect then threw a glass bottle at her, hitting her in the mouth. The victim stated she immediately ran into her apartment building and notified her husband about what had transpired. The husband ran outside but the suspect had already fled the area down River Street toward Mattapan Square. The victim stated that she received a cut on her lip as a result of being hit with the bottle.

Suspect Description:
Race: Hispanic
Gender: Male
Age: 20-30 years of age
Complexion: Light-skinned
Hair: Black Facial Hair: Mustache
Built: Heavy-set, stocky Height: unknown
SW: A baseball hat red or black
Accent: When speaking English, has Spanish accent
Car: Possibly Dodge/Chrysler blue mini-van or a red Chrysler four-door sedan

Anyone approached by someone in a vehicle fitting this description should take immediate precautions to get as far away as quickly as possible and call the police. Women are advised to walk against traffic, carry a cell-phone, and to try to not walk alone if possible. The most important piece of information they should attempt to obtain would be a license plate number.

Officers are actively searching this area and ask anyone with information to please come forward. Anyone with information about the suspect is urged to contact the District E-18 Detectives 617-343-5607 or the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS

*Note: the original posting incorrectly reported that the July 29 incident occurred at 12:30 AM. 12:30 AM (Sunday) is actually the time in which the incident was reported to police.

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This evening at 10:11pm, officers from District 18 responded to Rector Road in Mattapan on a report of a person shot. On arrival officers located a victim suffering from gunshot wounds inside an address on the Street. Further investigation revealed the victim was shot outside and then fled inside after the suspects began shooting. Boston EMS transported the vicitm to the Boston Medical Center where it is being tretaed for non-life threatening injuries. District 18 Detectives are on scene and investigating this shooting.

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This morning at 12:44am, an officer assigned to District 14 responded to a radio call for people stealing wire and construction equipment at 2380 Beacon Street in Brighton. When the officer arrived to the construction site, he spoke with a security guard who stated he discovered two individuals in the basement of the site who stated they were working late. When the security officer requested identification from the men, they fled and entered a U-Haul van and attempted to flee from the garage. As the suspects drove away they struck a van occupied by another security guard before fleeing in an unknown direction. The first guard was able to provide police with an i.d. # on the hood of the U-Haul van. The officer broadcast a description to Boston Police Operations who passed the information onto district units and surrounding cities and towns.

At about 1:20am, officers were notified that a Massachusetts State Trooper had stopped the suspect vehicle on Route 9 in the area of 45 Boylston Street. Boston officers as well as the two security guards from the construction site responded and positively identified the occupants of the van as the two from the construction site.

Police arrested Keith Kimball, 33, of Dorchester and Edward Kilburn, 31, of South Boston and charged them both with Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon and Breaking and Entering. Police recovered copper cable from inside the van. Both suspects will be arraigned in the Brighton District Court on Monday.

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“In the Air” Basketball Camp Takes Center Court at Boston University

The Boston Police Department’s ‘Kids At Risk’ scholarship program, LiveNation/Tea Party Concerts and BU Basketball Coach Dennis Wolf teamed up to provide 30 Boston youth with the opportunity to spend one week learning the principles of teamwork and good sportsmanship. Boys and girls in grades 4-8 participated in this year’s ‘In The Air” Basketball Camp at Boston University.

Youth from surrounding communities, including South Boston, the South End, Roxbury, Hyde Park and Dorchester, enjoyed the chance to interact with professional athletic staff, college coaches, and college players to receive a first-hand look at college life, while making new friends and building skills on and off the court.

The Boston Police Department and particularly Superintendent Paul Joyce would like to extend a special thanks to Coach Dennis Wolf, who has partnered with the Boston Police ‘Kids at Risk’ initiative for the last ten years. Coach Wolf has continually demonstrated his dedication to supporting Mayor Menino’s commitment to providing positive alternative to kids during the summer months.

The ‘Kids At Risk’ program is a fundraising initiative, supported wholly by outside donations, primarily through the cooperation of Boston area radio stations. In partnership with the Don Law Company, the Boston Police Department has been able to raise approximately $500,000 since 1994. These donations came as a result of the media campaign designed by the Don Law Company, which enlisted the cooperation of local radio stations to auction off concert tickets, with the proceeds going directly to the Boston Police Foundation, ‘Kids At Risk’ account. The funds raised from this effort went directly to inner city youth through scholarships to summer camps, after school programs and memberships to the local YMCA and Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston. This fundraising effort enabled over 5,000 youth to participate in overnight camps, summer programs, join youth centers and attend hockey, basketball and football camps.

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Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - August 6th, 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)

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BPDNews recently rated a mention in the City Letter, a site maintained by a Dorchester historian.

Fans of our crime summaries are invited to visit his site, and take a look back at some of the crime that was reported on this date in 1837...

“A book thief detected in Cornhill; he had been stealing books from Burnham's Antiquarian Bookstore. He made free to bolt out the back way, and up Franklin Avenue, not stopping long enough to have it ascertained who he was.”

(Thanks to Universal Hub for the link)

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Officers from District 3 responded to a radio call for a person shot tonight at 8:12pm, outside of 116 Ballou Avenue in Dorchester. On arrival the officers located a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where it is being treated for non-life threatening injuries.

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2 People Stabbed at Lexington and Prescott Streets

Last night around 10:33pm, officers in District 7 responded to a radio call for a person stabbed at Lexington and Prescott Streets. The victim stated that four Hispanic males stabbed him in the arm. Officers located a second victim on Neptune Road, both victim were transported to Mass General Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Prostitution Sting Nabs Five

Between 11:55pm and 1:23am this morning, Detectives from District 2 arrested five males for soliciting an undercover police officer for illicit sex acts. Miguel Bones, 38, of Mattapan, Bermane Joseph Ceus, 23, of Allston, Jean Baptiste Lauture, 47, of Dorchester Adilson Depina, 25, of Dorchester and Michael Rich, 20, of Milton all were arrested in the area of Blue Hill Avenue and Huckins Street and face charges of Sex for Fee in Roxbury District Court on Monday.

Shots Fired at 193 Magnolia Street

Early this morning around 3:10am, officers in District 2 responded to a radio call for shots fire at 193 Magnolia Street. Officers did recover ballistic evidence in front of 195 Magnolia Street. No injuries have been reported at this time.

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Back Bay Stabbing Leaves Man Injured

Officers responded to 93 St Botolph Street at 12:11am this morning on a report of a man stabbed. After entering the apartment they located a 42-year-old male suffering from an apparent stab wound to the arm. The victim was unable to provide any information to the officers about the incident. The victim was taken to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries. This matter remains under investigation.

Two Cited after Crash

An off-duty officer traveling on Hyde Park Avenue last night observed three cars speeding past him swerving in and out off traffic and weaving across marked lanes. One of the vehicles, a 2000 Honda Civic being driven by Olavio Leite, 19, of Roslindale, lost control striking the median strip and a light pole head on. After hitting the pole, the Honda slid across the street sideways striking the off duty officer’s car. Leite was taken to Faulkner Hospital for minor injuries and cited for speeding, failure to stay in marked lanes and negligent operation. A second car involved in the incident, a 1997 Honda Civic driven by Jonathan Sierra, 17, of Roslindale, was stopped at Ramsdell Avenue and Hyde Park Avenue. Sierra was cited for speeding, lane change made unsafely and negligent operation. The off-duty officer was not injured.

Taggers Arrested in Brighton and Hyde Park

At 6:00pm last evening officers in Brighton observed two males walking on Chestnut Hill Avenue carrying a bag covered in spray-paint. Believing the two were looking for a spot to tag, the officers set up surveillance of the area and caught the two in the act of tagging a wall behind the skating rink on Chestnut Hill Avenue. Peter Grillo, 20, and Samuel Nessenthale, 19, both of Brighton, were arrested and a bag of spray paint cans and multiple spray nozzles were seized as evidence.

Later at 10:00pm in Hyde Park, officers responded to the area Business Street on a report of kids spray-painting in the skate park. Officers organized a controlled response along with other units, anticipating the suspects would run upon seeing the police. Two Roslindale Juvenile males were quickly caught as they tried to run after officers observed them tagging a wall with spray paint inside the park. Officers recovered a bag containing several cans of spray paint and paint nozzles. Both juveniles were arrested and their pain supplies seized as evidence.

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Today members of the Boston Police Drug Control Unit, Youth Violence Strike Force and District C-11 are pleased to announce that an additional 11 individuals have been apprehended in a pre-dawn sting. As a result of Operation Wash-Up II, these fugitives were responsible for a number of crimes ranging from but not limited to Armed Robbery, Assault & Battery with a Deadly Weapon and Larceny.

Acting Commissioner Albert E. Goslin stated, “Thanks to the officers who worked tirelessly on this initiative, a total of 41 dangerous individuals have been removed from our community.” Goslin adds, “Designed to attack crime in the area of Codman Square, the successful ongoing execution of this Operation is intended to send a clear message that we will not tolerate those who prey on our neighborhoods.”

At 5:30am this morning teams of officers began a sweep, arresting eleven targets. A prior Operation Wash-Up II sting conducted on July 18, 2006, resulted in the arrest of 30 individuals and 6 search warrants seizing drugs, drug paraphernalia, weapons, and ammunition. That early morning sweep also recovered additional amounts of drugs and drug paraphernalia as well as a fully loaded Tanfoglio 9mm handgun and an additional 188 rounds of ammunition.

Operation Wash-Up II is an ongoing initiative focused on the apprehension of individuals with outstanding arrest warrants.

Operation Wash-Up II was launched on April 28, 2006, as a response to community complaints of increased violence and drug dealing in the Codman Square area of Dorchester. For the next two months, police made a series of undercover drug buys and in doing so identified key players and locations that would become targets of the investigation. During the course of the investigation search warrants were executed on five locations: 32-34 Millet Street, 590 Washington Street, 353 Columbia Road, 12 Lyndhurst Street and 51 Colonial Avenue. Drugs were seized and arrests were made at these locations. At the conclusion of the undercover investigation, evidence was presented to a Grand Jury resulting in Superior Court indictment warrants and Dorchester Court arrest warrants being issued against fourteen individuals.

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Boston Woman Assaulted Walking to Work

This morning at about 7:28am, officers responded to the area Longwood Avenue and Brookline Avenue for a person screaming. According to the female victim, she was walking to work and was approached by a male who grabbed her by the neck and forced her under a bridge demanding she not scream and claimed to have a knife. The victim them immediately began to scream and the suspect released his hold on her and fled on foot. The suspect was chased by Beth Israel Hospital security officers and held until the arrival of police. James Scott, 42, of Mattapan was charged with assault by means of a dangerous weapon, intent to rob while armed and assault and battery. The victim was taken home and reported no injuries at this time.

Dorchester House Hit by Gunfire

At 1:26am this morning officers were called to an address Harvard Street in Dorchester for report of gunshots. According to the victim, the suspect arrived at her home and asked to be let inside. She refused and he allegedly pulled a gun and began shooting into the house through a window. Officers did recover ballistic evidence from inside and outside the apartment. The suspect fled prior to police arrival but charges are expected to be filed. No injuries have been reported at this time.

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BPDNews.com was recently profiled in the Boston Phoenix.

“The BPD is using its online presence not to inform citizens but to demonize them. Just ask the kids whose birthday party the cops busted up in Roxbury a few weeks ago.” Read the full article.

This is the second time we’ve been profiled by the local print media. Regular readers of this site will recall we were also profiled by the Weekly Dig on June 21.

If you’re a Phoenix reader and are new to this site, we invite you to leave a comment and tell us what you think.

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At approximately 6:40pm, officers responded to Massachusetts & Commonwealth Avenues for a report of a disturbance. Officers met Boston University police officers who apprehended a suspect at Deerfield Street & Commonwealth Avenue. Witnesses observed the suspect walk into the restaurant with a white shopping bag and subsequently open the bag, letting three live white laboratory rats into the dining area which contained approximately 140 patrons. A commotion ensued, the suspect fled and was chased by the restaurant manager and valet. The suspect, Louis Antonellis, 35, of Billerica will be summonsed to court at a later date.

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On August 1, 2006, officers responded to a call for a found body at 800 Boylston St., in the area of the Prudential Center. At this time, Boston Police are seeking public assistance to identify the victim.

This is not a homicide, but the deceased remains unidentified. According to the Medical Examiner, the deceased is a white female, estimated to be in her early to mid 20’s, 4’11” tall and weighing about 105lbs. The police have received information indicating that she was last seen on Monday night, July 31st. She was wearing a blue dress and a pink colored straw, fedora style hat. She was not wearing shoes.

Anyone with information that could assist us in identifying this woman is encouraged to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or remain anonymous by calling the Crime Stoppers Unit at 1-800-494-TIPS.

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The below comments were e-mailed to Police Commissioner Goslin’s office from a commuter, praising the work of Boston Police officers assigned to traffic duty.

“Just wanted to let you know that my commute in to work today was made 100% easier by the presence of traffic officers on the Atlantic/Summer intersection and the blocks further down.

I know traffic control is a terrible, thankless job, particularly under these circumstances, but the officers down there are doing an outstanding job and it's making all the difference in the world.

The first time I drove through that area post-big-dig fiasco, it took almost 45 minutes to get from the off-ramp to the Harbor parking garage. Today, it was a quick 10 or 15 minutes.

Thanks for the hard work: I, for one, really appreciate it. I'm sure a lot of commuters do."

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Firearm Arrest

At 9:30am on Tuesday August 1, 2006, officers in District 11 attempted to execute an arrest warrant at 94 Dakota Street. Officers arrested Kelley St Fort, 30, of Dorchester and charged him with Assault by means of a Dangerous Weapon (gun), Unlawful Possession of Firearm and Unlawful Possession of Ammunition.

Can You Hear Me Now

Early this morning around 1:50am, a victim who stated he was missing his cell phone approached officers on a fixed post at 8 Park Plaza in District 1. The victim stated that he called the phone in attempt to recover it, and the suspect answered it. The suspect told the victim that he could get his phone back for fifty bucks. Officers advised the victim to meet the suspect at Tremont and Boylston Streets to recover the phone. Arthur Parham, 47, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Buying and Receiving Stolen Goods. Officers also recovered two other cell phones from the suspect.

Drug Arrest at Blue Hill Avenue and Cheney Street

Early this morning around 2:58am, officers in District 2 were on patrol when they observed an unknown male wearing a large, black hooded sweatshirt and dark pants, which officers found unusual since the city was experiencing a heat wave. As the officers approached, they observed the suspect turn away shielding his waist and hands. Further investigation by officers revealed the suspect had a large hunting knife in his right hand. Marcus Wyatt, 19, of Brockton was arrested and charged with Dangerous Weapon Unlawfully Carried, Probation/Parole Violation, and Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B within 1000Ft of a School Zone and Possession of Class B.

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This morning around 12:32am, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for shots fired and a person shot at 156 Washington Street. On arrival officers discovered two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Chucuma Omar Browning, 17, of Dorchester, was transported to Boston Medical Center and pronounced. Victim #2, whose identification will not be released because it is a witness to the homicide, was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital where it’s injuries were considered non-life threatening.

Boston Police Homicide detectives are investigating this death and ask anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS.

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The condition of the two individuals, a 20 year-old male from Dorchester and a 24-year-old male from Hyde Park, shot this afternoon on Geneva Avenue are listed as non-life threatening. Both victims’ were transported to the Boston Medical Center where they are being treated for their injuries. Detectives from District 11 will seek complaints against the 24-year-old male for Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B after being found to be in possession of Crack Cocaine at the time of the shooting.

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This afternoon at 1:45pm, Officers from District 11 responded to 481 Geneva Avenue in Dorchester on a report of a person shot. On arrival the officers discovered two people were shot at that location and both transported to the Boston Medical Center. The victim’s conditions are unknown at this time.

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Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - July 30th, 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)

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This morning around 12:32am, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for shots fired and a person shot at 156 Washington Street. On arrival officers discovered two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and later pronounced dead. The other victim was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital and is in stable condition.

Boston Police Homicide detectives are investigating this death and ask anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS.

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