Officers Recover Load Firearm

Last night around 18:56pm, members of the Youth Violence Strike Force while on patrol in the area of 9 Merola Park observed a group of males. As officers approached one of the suspect jumped over the fence and ran down the side of the house into the rear. Officers in pursuit observed the suspect holding his right side while running. Officers observed the suspect toss a black object over the fence. Aaron Levy, 19, of Mattapan was arrested and charges with Unlawful Possession of Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, and Trespassing. Officers did recover a firearm from the suspect.

Suspect Arrested after Robbery

Early this morning around 2:02am, officers in District 6 responded to a radio call for a fight at 1718 Columbia Road. On arrival officers spoke with the victim, who stated that she was parking her vehicle when two suspects who wanted a ride to Carney Hospital approached her. The victim began to walk away and was jumped from behind by one of the suspects. The victim stated that the suspect grabbed her hair and mouth and then threw her to the ground. The victim stated the suspect attempted to take her purse, but took the victim’s car keys and house keys. At that time a passerby drove by and the two suspects fled down Day Boulevard towards the beach. Officers were able to locate the two suspects walking along the beach. The victim positively identified the two suspects. Erica Alexander, 22, of Randolph was arrested and charged with Unarmed Robbery. Officers were able to recover the victim’s keys.

Armed Robbery of Business in West Roxbury

Early this morning around 3:14am, officers in District 5 responded to a radio call for an armed robbery at 7 Spring Street. On arrival officer spoke with caller who stated that an unknown black male entered the store and robbed him at gunpoint. No one was injured at this time and the suspect took an unspecified amount of cash and lottery tickets before fleeing.

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Early this morning around 12:56am, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 22 Howe Street. On arrival officers located a 17 year-old black male suffering from multiple gunshots wounds. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he later succumbed to his injuries.

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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Pedestrians and drivers are urged to take note that the direction of vehicular travel on High Street between Federal and Purchase Streets will be reversed beginning Saturday morning, September 30, 2006 to improve local traffic circulation.
High Street will also be extended across Purchase Street to Atlantic Avenue and will become one-way from Summer Street to Federal Street.
In preparation for the reversal and extension work, High Street will be closed from 3 AM to 9 AM on Saturday, September 30, 2006 and parking will be restricted from 10 PM Friday, September 29, 2006 through Saturday, September 30, 2006 at 10 PM.
Signs, electronic message boards and police officers will inform motorists of the change in direction on High Street.
This final configuration of High Street with traffic heading east towards the Rowes Wharf area on Atlantic Avenue in the path of the former elevated Central Artery allows the City of Boston to create a more grid-like traffic pattern in the Financial District.
In addition, Oliver Street will also be reopened from Purchase Street to High Street.

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Patricia Walsh

D.O.B 1/1/92
5’4”, 123lbs, hazel eyes and brown hair
Missing since 9/14/06. Known to frequent the Charlestown area.

If located Notify Sgt. Det. Kelley O’Connell or Cet. Lisa Holmes of the Family Justice Division at (617) 343-5783

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UPDATE: Tryphina Douglas returned 11/15/07

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UPDATE: Dymond McGowan was located on 1/22/07

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The persons listed below have been located:

Shamika Green was located on 9/17/06

Sarah Holsein was located on 9/9/06

E. Anna Gonzalez was located on 9/22/06

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Tuesday, Wednesday 27 thru 10 AM Thursday, September 28 2006.

(See today’s Daily Incident summary for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below)

Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 0

Residential break-ins: 4
Commercial Break-ins: 1

Note: the information above 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.

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This morning around 10:40am, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 66 Burt Street. On arrival officers located a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Carney Hospital and treated for a non-life threatening injury.

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Armed Robbery by Knife

Yesterday officers in District 18 responded to a radio call for an armed robbery in front of 920 Hyde Park Avenue. On arrival officers located a victim, who was bleeding from the nose. The victim stated to officers that two female attacked her. The victim went on to state that one of the suspects pulled out a knife and robbed her of her cash, credit card and drivers license. The suspect fled on foot on Hyde Park Avenue. The victim was transported to Faulkner Hospital and treated for her injuries.

Loud Party at 1284 Commonwealth Avenue

Early this morning around 1:36am, officers in District 14 responded to a radio call for a party at 1284 Commonwealth Avenue. On arrival officers could hear loud music coming from the residence. Upon entering the apartment officers observed partygoers engaging in disruptive behavior and drinking alcohol. Janelle Zarkowski, 19, of Allston was arrested and charged with disturbing the Peace, Keeper of a Disorderly House and Minor in Possession of Alcohol.

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The Boston Police Department announced today that major renovations will require the temporary relocation of District A1 (Downtown). Previously located at 40 New Sudbury Street, staff and equipment will relocate to 152 North Street in the North End effective immediately. There will be no disruption to the number of officers or police services. The new location at North Street will not be equipped with booking areas or cellblocks. Male prisoners arrested in the District A1 and A15 area will be booked at District C6 located at 101 West Broadway. Female Prisoners will be transported, booked and house at District D4 located at 650 Harrison Ave in the South End.

Renovations are expected to take one year. During this time, the district station at 40 New Sudbury Street will be vacant with the exception of construction crews.

Citizens should continue to utilize 911 to request assistance in an emergency. The main number at District A1 will remain 617-343-4240.

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Robert M. Barry (DOB 11/24/63) robbed the Century Bank on 300 Western Avenue at 11:00AM on September 14, 2006. Barry has now turned his attention to robbing retail stores with the use of a knife.

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Marshfield Resident Stabbed in Brighton

Last night at 11:10pm, officers from District 14 responded to a report of a person stabbed at Birmingham Parkway and Lincoln Street. On arrival officers located a 44-year-old Marshfield resident suffering from a stab wound. The victim was transported to the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries. No arrests have been made, the investigation continues.

Boston Police K-9 Takes a Bite Out of Crime

At approximately 8:52pm yesterday, officers from District 3 responded to 1410 Blue Hill Ave. in Mattapan for a breaking and entry in progress. On arrival, officers spoke to a witness who stated that he observed an individual climb into the above noted address by going through a side window. Officers secured all access and exit doors to the premises and sought to determine the presence of an intruder. The K-9 officer on arrival announced several times that the intruder, if inside, should come out or the dog would be released into the apartment. After getting no response to numerous requests, the dog was allowed in the apartment for a search. Shortly after entering the apartment, the dog located the hiding suspect and the suspect was placed under arrest. The suspect, Richardson Cantave, 29, of Randolph was arrested and charged with Breaking and Entering in the Nighttime.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Tuesday, Wednesday 27 thru 10 AM Thursday, September 28 2006.

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

Note: the information above 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.

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The Boston Police Department will be speaking to media outlets at 1:30pm at the intersection of Medford and Terminal Streets in Charlestown regarding this morning’s incident.

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Shots Fired at Carney Court in Charlestown

This morning Boston Police officers from A-1 responded to Carney Court for a report of shots fired. On arrival officers recovered a shotgun and ballistic evidence. No injuries are reported at this time and the suspect(s) remain at large. At this time officers from the Boston Police have secured the area including Charlestown High School with the students remaining inside while officers canvass the area for suspects, witnesses and ballistic evidence.

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This afternoon at about 1:47pm, officers from District 4 were patrolling the area of 1855 Washington Street, in the South End, when they heard numerous gunshots in the area of Washington and Lenox Street. As the officers were heading to Washington and Lenox Streets, they observed two victims running from the scene in the middle of Washington Streets who were yelling to the officers that they were victims of a shooting. Both stated they were fired at, but not hit or injured.

At the same time, an off duty Boston Police Officer assigned to District 2, attending a funeral at the Grant AME Church located at Washington and Newcomb Streets, also heard multiple gunshots fired in the area. The off duty officer observed Ian Hunter, 21, of Boston, wearing a dark sweatshirt, run from Washington Street to Newcomb Street. The suspect fled into a parking lot, stopped by a fence, and returned out to Newcomb Street. The suspect removed his sweatshirt and abandoned it in the doorway of 11 Newcomb Street. The suspect continued to run on Newcomb Street towards Thorndike with the officer in pursuit of him. The off duty officer was able to alert a cruiser who stopped Hunter and placed him under arrest. Another officer recovered a loaded firearm next to the fence inside the parking lot.

Ballistic evidence was recovered in front of 1888 Washington Street as well as ballistic damage found at that location. The suspect was transported to District 4 where he was booked and charged with two counts of Assault with Intent to Murder, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, and Unlawful Possession of Ammunition. He will be arraigned in the Roxbury District Court on Thursday morning.

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Suspect “Bagged” by Alert Officers
Robbery Victim’s Backpack Recovered

Yesterday at around 1:43pm, officers from District 4 responded to the area of 627 Tremont St. for a report of a robbery in progress. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the victim who stated that three suspects approached him, and one of the three grabbed his backpack after motioning to his waistband as if armed. All three suspects then fled. The victim reported his backpack contained $632.00 in cash. A description of the suspects was broadcast including their direction of flight. Alert officers soon located an individual matching one of the suspect’s descriptions. That individual was detained and positively identified by the victim. Suspect, Thomas Calderon, 17, of East Boston was arrested and charged with Unarmed Robbery. Officers recovered the victim’s bag including all of the contents when a concerned citizen discovered the backpack and called the police.

Warrant Suspect Found Hiding in Kitchen Cabinet

At approximately 3:30pm, officers from the Youth Violence Strike Force arrived at 106 Ward St in Roxbury to place a suspect of a warrant under arrest. Officers gained entry and were informed that the suspect was not home. After a brief search of the premise, suspect, Jason Colon, 24, of Roxbury who is 5’11” and 180 lbs. was discovered hiding in a kitchen cabinet. Suspect was arrested on Suffolk Superior Court warrants for Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon, and Firearm Violations.

“Road Rage” Suspects Arrested

Yesterday officers from District 1 responded to a call for a fight at 19 Snowhill St. in Boston around 8:30pm. On arrival, officers spoke to the victims of an assault brought about by “road rage.” Victims stated that they were driving when another car occupied by the suspects almost hit them. Per victims, some words were exchanged after which the suspect motor vehicle continued to follow them. Victims then stated that after a while they pulled over to allow suspects to pass, but suspects exited their car instead and began to assault them. Suspects then fled the area. The suspects were soon located following a radio broadcast describing their motor vehicle. The suspects were stopped, detained and positively identified by the victims. Pursuant to that stop, officers recovered a large amount of cash and drugs. Suspects, Michael Lacey, 17, of Charlestown; Corey Ferreira, 17, of Charlestown and Ryan Brendan, 17, of Charlestown were all arrested and charged with assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon, Possession of a Class A substance and almost $3,000.00 in money seized.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Tuesday, September 26 thru 10 AM Wednesday, September 27 2006.

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

Note: the information above 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.

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Today Boston Police Homicide Detectives and Tuscaloosa authorities arrested Robert Lee Jones, 34, of Mattapan on an arrest warrant issued yesterday for the homicide of Michael Etheridge, 40, of Dorchester. The Boston Police investigation led homicide detectives to Alabama where Jones was located and today placed in custody. Jones will soon be returned to Boston where he will face a charge for murder.

On October 5, 2005 at 12:39am, officers responded to 12 Seaver Street in Roxbury for a report of shots fired. On arrival, officers were unable to locate a victim. Later, police were notified that a victim of a shooting had arrived at the Boston Medical Center. Officers then responded to the hospital where they were notified that the victim, Michael Etheridge, had died as result of a gunshot wound. His death was ruled a homicide by the Medical Examiner.

As a result of the investigation that followed, Homicide Detectives applied for and were granted an arrest warrant charging Jones with the murder of Michael Etheridge.

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A Boston Police Officer has been charged today with violating the rights of an unnamed female victim.

It is not unreasonable to expect that in a department this size – one of the 50 largest local Police Departments in America - there will be a few bad apples, a few officers who choose not to live up to the ideals of professionalism, service, and integrity that have been established over the past 152 years of this Department.

While this is to be expected, that does not mean that it has to be tolerated. I hold my officers to a higher standard than that of the general population. We consider any form of corruption to be repugnant, and a disgrace to the badge that so many officers have worked so hard to earn.

When we are made aware of any potential instances of corruption or police misconduct, we will aggressively pursue the investigation and go where the evidence takes us. Boston Police investigators have worked, and will continue to work with, our law enforcement partners such as the FBI and the US Attorney’s Office. Our willingness to investigate these matters underscores our dedication to integrity and service to the community.

Intentional police misconduct will not be tolerated. We will not allow a criminal to hide behind the badge. Officer Michael LoPriore has been placed on administrative leave, pending the outcome of the criminal proceedings.

View the press release (PDF document)

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Person Shot in East Boston

Last night around 8:48pm, officers in District 7 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 201 Marion Street. On arrival officers observed the victim being treated by EMTs. The victim was treated and released at the scene for a superficial wound to his ankle. Officers did recover ballistic evidence at the scene.

Person Shot in Charlestown

Last night around 8:42pm, officers in District 15 responded to a radio call for shot fired at 17 Carney Street. On arrival officers spoke with the caller who stated she heard about four to five shots and observed a group running. Officers were informed that a victim walked into Mass General Hospital with a gunshot wound. The victim stated unknown person(s) shot him after a verbal argument. The victim was treated for non-life threatening gunshot wound to the leg.

Breaking and Entering Suspect Arrested

Early this morning around 2:31am, officers in District 4 responded to a radio call for a breaking and entering at Massachusetts Avenue and Marlborough Streets. A description of the suspect was broadcasted, a white male with a Patriots jersey. Upon arrival officers observed a suspect fitting the description in front of 47 Marlborough Street. Officers observed damage to the front door, one of the panels was shattered and the other panel was cracked. Mathew Mello, 32, of Brighton was arrested and charged with Attempted Breaking and Entering and Destruction or injury of personal Propery.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Monday, September 25 thru 10 AM Tuesday, September 26 2006.

Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 2
Non-fatal Stabbings: 2

Street Robberies: 3
Commercial Robberies: 2
Other: 1 (bank).

Vehicle thefts: 16.
Vehicle recoveries. 5
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 17

Note: the information above 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.

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If you’ve come here looking for more information regarding our efforts to identify the woman whose remains were discovered at 17-19 Winter St., please follow this link

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Since 2005, the The BPD Homicide Unit has included a Family Resource Officer, who serves as a liaison between the Unit and the grieving families of a homicide victim. This Globe profiles that effort, and the members who staff the Unit: Police Officer Neva Grice and social worker Aliza Rodriguez.

"Boston is one of the few major police departments in the country with trained victim advocates in the homicide unit, department officials and outside specialists in criminal justice said yesterday. In most cities, survivors are assisted by staff from the district attorney's office, usually much later in the case. …

In addition, the advocates aim to stem angry relatives' impulse for retaliatory violence by referring survivors to social service agencies where they can find grief counseling and by offering to listen themselves, on occasion calling families for face-to-face talks." From the Boston Globe.

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On this date in 1993, Boston Police Detective John J. Mulligan was shot and killed while on a security detail in Roslindale.

"Detective Mulligan was shot and killed while working a private detail. He was shot five times in the face, execution style, as he sat in his car. Two suspects were tried and convicted of first-degree murder in 1995, but one suspect had his conviction overturned in 2000 when he plea bargained for manslaughter. In February 2006, the suspect admitted his participation in the execution-style killing of Detective Mulligan." From the Officer Down memorial page.

On this day we remember Detective Mulligan’s sacrifice, and all other Boston Police officers who gave their lives to protect their fellow citizens.

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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 - September 24th, 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)
*Due to a data processing issue, Recovered Firearm data is through Sept. 17 of 2005 & 2006.

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Boston Police program inspires young people to good citizenship through an appreciation of the role of law enforcement in our community.

This past Friday at Fenway Park, Mayor Thomas M. Menino; Boston Police Commissioner Albert E. Goslin; and Boston Red Sox President & CEO Larry Luccino joined with participants of the Junior Police Academy and their families at an appreciation ceremony to honor the most recent participants of the 10th Annual Boston Police Junior Police Academy.

All junior recruits, accompanied by their parents or guardian, received recognition for their successful completion of the one week program designed to provide youth with an inside look at local law enforcement, the duties that they perform and the encounters they face on a daily basis.

The event included an essay contest, in which participants were invited to write about their experiences. You can read the winning entry online. Download file

The Boston Police Junior Police Academy program is a highly successful education program, which continues to expand in popularity every year. This program introduces youth to law enforcement career options giving students a chance to explore the career opportunities in a "hands-on" environment.

Link to a short photo gallery showing some highlights of the 10th Annual Jr. Police academy.

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A look at the last 72 hours in Boston, from Friday, Sept. 22 through 10 A.M. Monday, Sept. 25, 2006

(See the previous Daily Incident summaries for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below)

Homicides: 0

Non-fatal Stabbings: 8. Seven incidents resulting in 8 people stabbed.

Street Robberies: 22
Commercial Robberies: 1
Other: 1 (Home invasion)

Auto thefts: 25. Two attempted thefts
Auto recoveries. 34
Larceny from Motor Vehicle (motor-vehicle breaks): 68.

Residential break-ins: 26
Commercial Break-ins: 9

Note: the information above 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.

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Anonymous Tip Results in Gun Arrest

At approximately 1:51am yesterday, officers from District 3 were dispatched to 41 Rosedale St. for a report of a person with a gun. As a result of information received from an anonymous caller, officers received both a suspect description and the location of the firearm. On arrival, officers observed an individual matching the suspect’s description and approached that individual for questioning. Officers then conducted a search of the area where the suspect had been observed leaving and where the caller had described the gun would be located. During that search, officers successfully recovered the firearm and placed suspect, Ethan M. Mooney-McCoy, 19, of Dorchester under arrest and charged him with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm.

Officers on Patrol Apprehend Robbery Suspect

On Sunday afternoon at approximately 2:51pm, officers from District 11 were flagged down by the victim of a robbery at 1320 Dorchester Ave. The victim reported that while she was standing at the above location three males approached her, one of who stole her handbag and then all three fled the scene. The victim stated that the suspects ran in the direction of Linden St. on Dorchester Ave. After a radio broadcast detailing suspect descriptions, officers quickly located an individual matching one of the descriptions. That individual was detained and positively identified by the victim. The suspect, Shawn T. Raye, 22, of Brockton was arrested and charged with Unarmed Robbery and Possession of Class D when marijuana was found on his person during the booking process.

Suspect Arrested For Breaking and Entering
Located While Still Inside Victim’s Car

Officers from District 4 responded to 277 Southampton St. yesterday around 11:59am for a crime in progress. On arrival, officers spoke to the victims who stated that upon returning to their car, they observed the suspect located inside their vehicle. The victims then dialed 911 and officers soon arrived on scene to find the suspect still inside the vehicle. Suspect was found in possession of a metal pipe that was used to enter and vandalize the car. Suspect, Thomas Webber, 42, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Breaking and Entering Motor Vehicle.

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Boston police and Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office are seeking help in identifying a woman whose body was found last year in the chimney of a Dorchester building in hopes that someone might recognize her description. The woman’s remains were found by workmen at 17-19 Winter Street on Oct. 14. This case was profiled on the America’s Most Wanted television program this past Saturday. Anyone with knowledge of the woman’s identity is urged to call the Boston Police Department Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470 .

Below is a video of a digital reconstruction of the victim, showing what she may have looked like at the time of her death.

If you cannot view the video, there are individual images available for viewing. Download file
(PDF file)

Background
Investigators believe that the woman stood about 5’2” tall and was between 25 and 35 years of age at the time of her death. Evidence suggests that she died at least a year ago and possibly as many as five years ago.

Forensic anthropologists have indicated that the woman was of mixed ethnicity, likely Caucasian and Latino, with possible African-American and/or Asian ancestry as well. Medical experts have advised investigators that she had at least one child in life, and had no scars, tattoos, or broken bones.

A possible key to the woman’s identity is the distinct dental plate she was wearing at the time of her death. The plate, which would have been worn in her upper palate, contained two teeth and was missing a third. Based on certain grooves on her teeth, it is believed that this acrylic plate replaced a metal one that she had worn previously. Civilian dental experts have indicated that the style and construction of the plate indicates that it may have been made either in the Caribbean or in the United States by a dentist from Haiti or Jamaica.

LInks/downloads
View a PDF document with victim photos and details
Visit the America's Most Wanted page on this case.
See also: “Boston Police Seeking Victim Identification in Causeway St. Death Investigation in wich the BPD is seeking another identification on a found body.

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On this date in 1970, Patrolman Walter Schroeder was shot and killed while responding to a silent alarm at a bank. Officer Schroeder was a 19-year veteran of the Boston Police Department.

Patrolman Schroeder's brother, Detective John Schroeder, was also shot and killed in the line of duty, on November 30, 1973. Boston Police Headquarters is named One Schroeder Plaza in memory of the Schroeder brothers.

On this day we remember the sacrifice that Officer Schroeder made 36 years ago.

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It Wasn’t O.U.I. …But He Still Was Arrested

Yesterday afternoon around 12:45pm, an officer assigned to the Downtown Crossing observed Victor Belgrave, 51,of Dorchester riding his bike on Washington Street drinking a beer. The officer attempted to stop the suspect but he fled. Belgrave was eventually stopped by another officer on Hawley Street where he was arrested for Resisting Arrest and Drinking in Public.

Fugitive Arrested in Brighton

Officers from District 14 were patrolling in the area of Delaware Place when they observed Jesus Felix Da Silva, 51, riding a bicycle at about 4:30pm yesterday. The officers observed that the suspect has similar physical similarities to someone wanted for a crime earlier that day. A threshold inquiry was conducted and the officer discovered that United States Immigration wanted the suspect on an administrative warrant of removal. The suspect was placed under arrest and charged with being a Fugitive from Justice.

Vehicle From Pennsylvania Broken into in Brighton

On Saturday morning a male entered District 14 to report that someone broke into his mothers car in the area of Washington Street and Malbert Road. The victim’s son told police that an unknown person broke the drivers side window, opened the hood of the car, and disconnected the battery. The victim also handed a note to police that was found in the car apologizing for breaking the window and further stating the horn was blowing for two hours.

Three Arrested in Mattapan School Yard

At about 11:00pm on Saturday, members of the Youth Violence Strike Force patrolling in the area of the Mattahunt School on Hebron Street observed three individuals sitting on a wall in the schoolyard. One of the three individuals turned to his side and dropped an object to the ground. The officers approached the suspects and smelled the aroma of fresh burnt marijuana. Police arrested the three for trespassing as the school was posted “No Trespassing”. One suspect was also found to be in possession of a bag of marijuana and seven smaller packaged bags of the drug as well as the burnt marijuana cigarette found next to the wall. A motor vehicle was parked next to the three where an officer observed a firearm in the passenger area. All three were transported to District 3. Isiah Robinson, 18, of Roslindale is charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Ammunition, Possession with Intent to Distribute Class D drugs within 1000’ of a School, and Possession with Intent to Distribute; Marlon Francois, 20, of Mattapan is charged with Trespassing; and Muller Cadet, 20, of Mattapan is charged with Trespassing and Possession of Class D. All three will be arraigned in the Dorchester District Court tomorrow morning.

Two Sinners Arrested At Saint

Officers from District 4 responded to 90 Exeter Street this morning on a report of a person with a knife. On arrival the officers spoke with the victim who stated that suspect Justin Petit, 32, of Burlington approached the victim to complain about the lack of respect he received from the bartenders at the club (Saint). The victim told Petit to calm down when he grabbed the victim’s shirt and attempted to punch the victim. While Petit was being removed from the bar, suspect Justin Kingston, 28, of Woburn pulled a knife from his pocket demanding that his friend be let go. Both suspects fled the club and were later apprehended by police in the area. The suspects were transported back to the club where they were positively identified by the victim and witnesses. A knife was recovered from Kingston who is charged with Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon. Petit is charged with Disorderly conduct and Assault and Battery. Both will be arraigned in the Boston Municipal Court.

Charlestown Resident Stabbed in Thompson Square

This morning around 3:00am, officers from District 15 responded to the area of 140 Main Street on a report of a person stabbed. According to a witness the 23-year-old male victim and an unknown suspect were having a verbal argument about the victim’s jacket. The suspect, who was armed with a knife, pushed the suspect and them fled in a vehicle. The victim then discovered he had been stabbed. He was transported to the Massachusetts General Hospital where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries. The suspect remains at large.

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Last night at 10:26pm officers assigned to District 7 received information about a vehicle in the Maverick Square area with occupants that were armed with knives and going to a fight. Seven minutes later an officer observed an occupied vehicle matching the description of the one broadcasted at Bremen and Gove Streets. This officer followed the vehicle and with the assistance of other officers stopped it at 86 Gove Street. After stopping the vehicle, the officer observed the suspects making furtive movements inside the vehicle. The officer removed the occupants of the vehicle, and discovered two machetes and several open bottles of beers. Further investigation revealed the driver of the car was operating after suspension for refusing a chemical test. All four were arrested: David Munguia, 26, of East Boston is charged with Operating After Suspension, Dangerous Weapon Unlawfully Carried, and Procuring Alcohol for a Minor; Edwin Alexander, 28, of Everett is charged with Procuring Alcohol for a Minor; William Rodriguez, 25, of Revere is charged with Dangerous Weapon Unlawfully Carried and Procuring Alcohol for a Minor; and a 14-year-old female is charged with Delinquency to wit: Possession of Alcoholic Beverage by a Person under 21.

All four will be arraigned on Monday morning at the East Boston District Court.

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Person Shot at 14 Hyde Park Avenue

This morning around 1:09am, officers in District 18 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 14 Hyde Park Avenue. On arrival officers located a victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries. Officers did recover ballistic evidence at the scene.

Loud Party Lands Seven in Jail

This morning around 1:30am, officers in District 2 responded to 1516 Tremont Street for a report of a person with a gun at a party. On arrival officers could hear loud music coming from 1516 Tremont Street. Officers also observed people exiting the building and gathering on the sidewalk. As officers were dispersing the crowd inside many of the party- goers exited the building and began fighting on the sidewalk. Cindy Goncalves, 21, of Roxbury was arrested and charged with Procuring Alcohol for Minors, Disturbing the peace and Disorderly. Heather Monteiro, 19, Emily Debarros, 19, and Tiffany Martinez, 20, all of Roxbury were arrested charged with disturbing the peace, Disorderly, Possession of Alcoholic Beverages by persons under 21. Alyssa Monteiro, 19, and Sheila Alves, 19, both of Amherst were arrested and charged with disturbing the Peace. Keith Cobb, 20, of Boston was arrested charged with Resisting Arrest and Disturbing the Peace.

Person Stabbed in Brighton

This morning around 2:16am, officers in District 14 responded to a radio call for a walk-in stabbing victim at St Elizabeth Hospital. On arrival officers located a victim suffering from a stabbed wound to his left hand. The victim stated to officers that he was stabbed during and altercation on Reedsdale Road near Brighton Avenue. The victim stated when he attempted to separate the fight he was stabbed by one of the suspects. The victim was treated for a non-life threatening injury.

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“FLIGHT OF THE ANGELS” MOTORCYCLE RUN

The Boston Police Department supports retired Superintendent-in-Chief Robert Faherty and retired Captain John Dow is their efforts to raise awareness and funds for their charitable organization “Cops For Kids With Cancer”.

WHERE: Beginning at Florian Hall, Dorchester, Massachusetts, with a scenic ride through the south shore ending at the Hilltop Athletic Club, Kingston, Massachusetts.
WHEN: September 24, 2006. Registration from 9:30 until 11:00. Ride leaves promptly at 11:00.
REGISTRATION: $20 per bike, additional rider $10. First 400 participants will receive a t-shirt. Hamburgers and hotdogs provided.

For more information, visit www.copsforkidswithcancer.com

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MEDIA ADVISORY/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY

Boston Youth Successfully Conclude Junior Police Academy
Boston Police seek to inspire young people to good citizenship through an appreciation of the role of law enforcement in our community

WHO: Mayor Thomas M. Menino; Boston Police Acting Police Commissioner Albert E. Goslin; Boston Red Sox President & CEO Larry Luccino; participants of the Junior Police Academy and their families.

WHAT: The Boston Police Department will host an appreciation ceremony to honor the most recent participants of the 10th Annual Boston Police Junior Police Academy. All junior recruits, accompanied by their parents or guardian, will receive recognition for their successful completion of the one week program designed to provide youth with an inside look at local law enforcement, the duties that they perform and the encounters they face on a daily basis.

WHERE: Fenway Park
Gate E entrance (corner of Brookline Avenue and Lansdowne Street)

WHEN: Friday September 22, 2006
5:00 PM – 7:00PM

INFO: The Boston Police Junior Police Academy program is a highly successful education program, which continues to expand in popularity every year. This program introduces youth to law enforcement career options giving students a chance to explore the career opportunities in a "hands-on" environment.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Wednesday, September 20 thru 10 AM Thursday, September 21 2006.

(See today's Daily Incidents for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identied below)

Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 2

Vehicle thefts: 13. .
Vehicle recoveries. 8. Two incidents resulting in 3 arrests.
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 14

Residential break-ins: 10
Commercial Break-ins: 4

Note: the information above 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.

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Police Investigate Donut Shop Robbery

This morning at 6:11 officers from District 2 responded to 1524 Tremont Street on a report of a robbery in progress at Mike’s Donuts. On arrival the officers spoke with the victim who stated the suspect entered the donut shop armed with a wrench and jumped over the counter robbing the clerk. The suspect fled on foot toward Pontiac Street and remains at large.

Operation Squeeze Nets 4 Arrests in Roxbury

This morning officers from District 2 conducted Operation Squeeze. Operation Squeeze is an operation that is an organized plan using undercover officers as decoys to arrest prostitutes who are adversely affecting the quality of life in the city’s various neighborhoods. Police arrested Veronica Pruitt, 41, of Boston, Linda Bonifon, 42, of Roxbury, Tanya Malone, 44, of Dorchester and Michael Wright, 40, of Everett. All four were charged with Sex for a Fee and will be arraigned in the Roxbury District Court this morning.

Two Suspects Arrested After Stealing Car

Yesterday around 1:40pm officers of the Governor’s Auto Task Force working in West Roxbury tracked a Lojak signal to the area of Weld St. and Willow St. Further inquiry of the signal revealed it to be for a car reported stolen on 9/20/06 in Jamaica Plain. Officers located and set up surveillance on the stolen motor vehicle at the above location. After a short while officers observed two suspects use a key and enter the stolen car. The suspects proceeded to drive the car away when they were stopped and both suspects placed under arrest. Suspects, Harold J. Paulino, 21, of Jamaica Plain was arrested and charged with Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle. Suspect, Anthony J. Duggan, 25, of West Roxbury was arrested and charged with Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle, Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended License and two outstanding warrants.

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One of the more consistent concerns that we hear from City residents is the fear of burglaries. The Boston Herald today ran a story highlighting some of the more recent burglaries in the city. The Boston Globe also recently ran a story highlighting the fact that the number of burglaries has decreased so far in 2006. Both stories are noteworthy for the attention they bring to what is ultimately a very preventable crime. As noted in one of the above stories, enhanced vigilance by residents is a factor in reducing the number of residential burglaries.

This is especially important in the fall, when thousands of newly-arrived students move into the city. Many of these students are not used to living in a large city where it is necessary to lock their apartment doors and windows.

The advice we always offer residents is simple but effective: Lock your doors, lock your windows, and get to know your neighbors. Most thieves are opportunists - they look for the easiest target, and will often move on if they find a house or an apartment that they consider to be too secure.

View a Tip Sheet listing the seven things you can do to secure your home against burglaries. (a PDF document prepared by officers in District A-1)

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Tuesday, September 19 thru 10 AM Wednesday, September 20 2006.

(See today’s Daily Incident summary for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below)

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

Vehicle thefts: 12. One quarter of all vehicle thefts are Hondas.
Vehicle recoveries. 13. Two arrests.
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 18

Residential break-ins: 12
Commercial Break-ins: 4

Note: the information above 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.

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Bank Robbery Suspect Arrested Day After Attempted Robbery

On Monday at approximately 1:04pm officers from District 7 responded to a “hold up” alarm at the Sovereign Bank at 2 Meridian St. in East Boston. On arrival officers spoke to caller who described the suspect who passed a note demanding money. The suspect became impatient and fled the bank before the teller gave him any money. Based on the description received by officers, they were able to identify the suspect who could not be located at that time. The suspect was placed under arrest yesterday around 5pm when he reported to the station to inquire about some property. Suspect, Derek Emmett, 33, of East Boston was arrested and charged with Attempted Unarmed Robbery.

Stolen Car Suspect Arrested on the Jamaica Way

Yesterday around 5:44pm officers on routine patrol in the area of Creighton St. and Bynner St. in Jamaica Plain observed a motor vehicle make an illegal u-turn. Check of that motor vehicle’s registration revealed the car to have been stolen in Somerville with the keys in the ignition. Operator of the motor vehicle refused to stop after officers demand. Shortly thereafter located the motor vehicle and placed the suspect under arrest charging the driver, Arnold Figueroa, 42, of Cambridge with Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle, Possession of a Class A Substance and numerous Violations of the Auto Laws.

Gunshot Victim Transported to Hospital with Non Life Threatening Injuries

At approximately 7:49pm yesterday officers from District 2, 3 and 11 responded to a call for a male shot at 120 Washington St. in Dorchester. On arrival officers located a 19 year old male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the right arm at 2 Powellton Rd. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries. Officers recovered ballistic evidence from the scene.

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This morning around 9:08am, officers in District 15 responded to 500 Rutherford Avenue for a pedestrian struck. On arrival officers located a victim suffering from a serious leg injury. The victim was taken to Mass General Hospital and treated for his injuries. His condition is unknown at this time, but is expected to survive. The operator of the vehicle was also transported to Mass General Hospital and treated for stress.

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NOTE: This is a repost of an earlier entry that was lost when BPDNews.com suffered an interruption of service on Sept. 21

On June 2, 2006, officers responded to a call for a found body on Causeway Street, across from Banknorth Garden. The deceased is presumed to be homeless and was possibly living in that area. This is not a homicide. At this time, Boston Police are seeking public assistance to identify the victim.

According to the Medical Examiner, the victim is reportedly a white male, estimated to be in his mid 30’s to mid 40’s, 5'9" tall, and a medium build. The victim also appeared to be missing his left front tooth.

At the time of his recovery, he was wearing blue jeans and a blue and white colored "Boston Marathon 1995" jacket.

The victim was tattooed. A PDF file is available showing the tattoos of the deceased. WARNING This file may be considered graphic by some viewers, as it contains actual photos of the tattoos. View the file.

Tattoos are described as follows:

• Upper right chest is what appears to be a Viking, wearing a horned helmet and standing on a cloud. Beneath the Viking is the word "Boston"

• Across abdomen is large, arching letters spelling "Terminator". Centered directly beneath the word Terminator, is an additional design resembling a “joker” wearing a multi-pointed hat

• On back, left shoulder, is a portrait of a woman's face

• On left side of back, and diagonal to the portrait tattoo, is a green-colored dragon

• Center of back, are several Asian letters running lengthwise along the spine.

• Center of lower back is a second green-colored dragon.

• Right arm is completely tattooed, from wrist to shoulder.

• Inside of right leg, below the calf, but above the ankle is what appears to be a yin yang symbol.
  

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

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Monday, September 18 thru 10 AM Tuesday, September 19 2006.

Note: a correction has been made to the overnight robbery stats. See the bottom of this posting for more detail.

(See today’s Daily Incident summary for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below)

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

Robberies:
Street Robberies: 7. *See the end of this posting.
Commercial Robberies: 1
Other: 1. (Robbery of a bank.)

Vehicle thefts: 8. One third of all vehicle thefts continue to be Hondas.
Vehicle recoveries. 10
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 18

Residential break-ins: 7
Commercial Break-ins: 1

Note: the information above 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.

*Note: due to a transcription error, we incorrectly posted the number of total robberies as 7, and the number of street robberies as 1. There were 9 total robbery incidents, of which 7 were street robberies.

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Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested by Officers After Brief Search

About 12:06am yesterday officers from District 4 located an individual matching a description of a suspect from an armed robbery that occurred about 10 minutes previously. Having stopped the suspect for further inquiry, officers discovered several items described by the victim as having been used during the robbery. Suspect then went on to state to officers that he could not have robbed anyone with the knife found on his person without any questioning or mention of a robbery. Suspect, a thirteen year old male, from the South End, was identified by the victim, arrested and charged with Armed Robbery.

Suspect Arrested After Trying to Cash Stolen Checks

Officers from District 2 responded to the Citizen’s Bank at 2343 Washington St in Roxbury yesterday at approximately 1:30pm for a larceny in progress. On arrival officers observed an individual matching the suspect description exiting the bank and stopped her for questioning and possible identification by bank personnel. Bank personnel positively identified the suspect as the person who tried to cash a stolen check for almost fifteen hundred dollars. The suspect, Britney Thomas, 20, of Mashpee was placed under arrest and transported to the District where she was subsequently found to be in possession of several bags of Marijuana. Suspect was charged with Uttering or Publishing False Writings and Possession of Class D.

OUI Suspect Arrested After Striking Several Unoccupied Cars

About 6:58pm yesterday a passerby alerted officers from District 5 to an accident at Centre St. and Elgin St. On arrival at Centre St. and Elgin St. officers observed an individual later identified as the operator of the vehicle walking around in a confused state. Conversation with that individual revealed that he had been in local bar where he admitted to consuming several beers. Suspect had a strong odor of alcohol about him and appeared unbalanced. According to witnesses the suspect got in his car and proceeded to drive in reverse going through several bushes and striking three unoccupied cars. Suspect, Edward Doyle, 73, of West Roxbury was arrested and charged with Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of Alcohol.

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North Beacon Street between Parsons Street & the Leo Birmingham Parkway has reopened to traffic at this time.

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Officers from District 2 patrolling Warren Street near the Roxbury District Court heard shots fired from the area of Regent and Akron Streets at about 12:14am Saturday morning. As the officers approached Regent Street they observed a motor vehicle on Warren and Moreland Street that had crashed into an unattended parked car. Inside the vehicle the officers observed Eddie Rowell, 21, of Dorchester suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.

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

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IACP Conference To Feature International Speakers, Latest Technologies, and Education Opportunities

Boston, MA: More than 14,000 law enforcement professionals will gather at the International Association of Chiefs of Police’s (IACP) 113th Annual Conference and Exposition in Boston, MA, October 14-18, 2006. This annual gathering features highly rated seminars, forums, and technical workshops. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales, Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Robert Mueller, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Peter Pace, and Superintendent of the New Orleans Police Department Warren Riley are scheduled to address conference attendees during General Assembly sessions.

In addition to dozens of workshops covering a variety of topics from homeland security to identity crime, the conference will feature hundreds of exhibits and numerous demonstrations. Attendees will have the opportunity to test many of their products.

Only credentialed members of the media may register for a complimentary press pass. To receive a press pass, all registered journalists must show a government issued photo identification and their press credentials upon arrival at the convention center. For more information about exhibits and workshops and to register, please visit: http://www.theiacpconference.org/.

WHO: Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Peter Pace and Superintendent of the New Orleans
Police Department Warren Riley are scheduled to speak at the First General Assembly, Monday, October 16, 9:45-11:30 AM, Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Ballroom

Attorney General Alberto Gonzales and Federal Bureau of Investigation Director
Robert Mueller are scheduled to speak at the Second General Assembly, Tuesday, October 17,
10:00-11:30 AM, Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, Ballroom

WHAT: IACP’s 113th Annual Conference and Exposition

WHEN: October 14-18, 2006

WHERE: Boston Convention and Exhibition Center
415 Summer Street

***Photo opportunities at exhibit hall, test products and equipment law enforcement officers use, opportunity to meet police executives from jurisdictions around the world***

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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 - September 17th, 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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North Beacon Street between Parsons Street & the Leo Burmingham Parkway remains closed at this time.

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A Level Three Hazardous Materials incident has occurred at 1800 Soldiers Field Road.

Soldiers Field Road is currently open, but expect traffic delays. Leo Birmingham Parkway is closed, as is North Beacon St.

The media staging area for this event will be on North Beacon and Parson Street, in the rear of the International House of Pancakes.

More details to follow as they become available.

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A look at the last 72 hours in Boston, from Friday, Sept. 15 through 10 A.M. Monday, Sept. 18, 2006

(See today’s Daily Incident summary for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below)

Homicides: 2

Street Robberies: 22.
Commercial Robberies: 0
Other: 1 (Bank)

Auto thefts: 31. One third involve Hondas
Auto recoveries. 27
Larceny from Motor Vehicle (motor-vehicle breaks): 54. Two arrests

Residential break-ins: 34
Commercial Break-ins: 7

Note: the information above 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.

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Man Arrested After Stealing an EMT’s Bicycle

Yesterday around 12:05pm, officers in District 4 responded to a radio call for a larceny of a bike in Copley Square. Officers spoke with witness who stated there was a large contingent of EMTs in Copley square, many of them of bicycles, to provide medical assistance to the participants of the Jimmy Fund Walk. EMTs had their bikes parked on the sidewalk when he observed the suspect jump on a bike and pedal away. The witness and EMTs gave chase and apprehended the suspect at Clarendon and St James Street. Paul Bedard, 53, of Boston was arrested and charged with Larceny of Bicycle over $250.

Two Suspects Nabbed in Breaking and Entering

While on patrol this morning around 1:30am, officers in District 13 heard a loud noise that sounded like glass breaking. Officer arrived at 12 Bickford Street and could still hear glass breaking. Officers went around the building and observed one suspect with a hammer breaking a side window and another suspect standing watching. Officers arrested James Taylor, 37, of Roxbury charging him with Attempted Breaking and Entering and Destruction of Property. Also arrested was Kenneth Wigham, 43, of Jamaica Plain for Breaking and Entering, Possession of Burglarious Tools and Destruction of Property. Officers recovered a box cutter and a hammer from the suspects.

Shots Fired Ends in Arrest

Early this morning around 2:20am, while on a fixed a post at 683 Morton street officers in District 3 heard one shot fired at the Mobil Gas Station at Morton Street and Blue Hill Avenue. On arrival officers observed a very large group gathering in the gas station and heard four to five more shots fired and observed a motor vehicle leave the scene at a high rate of speed. Officers stopped the vehicle an arrested Winston McGhee, 22, of Boston charging him with Unlawful Possession of Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition and Discharging Firearm within 500FT of Dwelling.

Suspect Nabbed in Second Breaking and Entering

Early this morning around 2:45am, officers in District 4 responded to 65 Hemenway Street for a breaking and entering in progress. On arrival officers spoke with a victim who stated she was sleeping and woke up to a noise and observed an unknown male in her room staring down at her while she was in bed. The suspect fled the apartment and the victim gave officers a description of the suspect. A second victim found a side window open in the kitchen with the outer screen missing. As officers were speaking with the two victims another person over heard the commotion and summoned the police to her apartment. A third victim reported to police that she was awakened by a noise at her window and observed the outer screen to window being removed. This victim reported that her window was locked and no entry was gained.

While officers were searching the area for the suspect another call came in around 3:20am for a breaking and entering at 51 Hemenway Street. Officers responded to the scene and the victim gave a description of the suspect. Officers searched the area and found the suspect hiding in the rear of 53 Hemenway Street. Hector Santiago, 41, of Boston was arrested and charged with Unarmed Breaking and Entering and Receiving or Concealing Stolen Goods. The suspect was positively identified as the person who committed both incidents. Officers recovered several items from the suspect that was reported stolen from the victim’s apartment.

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Person Shot In Roxbury

Last night around 11:18pm, officers in District 13 responded to a radio call for shots fired behind the school on School Street and shots fired in the area of Cleaves Court. Prior to arrival officers were informed that a person was shot and was walking down Columbus Avenue towards Washington Street. Officers located a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to leg outside of 1989 Columbus Avenue. The victim was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital and treated for non-life threatening injury.

Food Delivery man robbed by handgun

This morning around 12:33am, officers in District 14 responded to a radio call for an armed robbery at 136 Washington Street. On arrival officers spoke with the victim, who stated after making a food delivery he was stopped as he returned to his vehicle and was robbed of his money. The victim stated a suspect pulled out a gun and demanded his money, which he gave to a second suspect. Both suspect fled into Fidelis Way Housing Projects. Officers canvassed the area but were unable to locate the suspects.

Man Arrested After Attacking Three People with Machete

Early this morning around 12:40am, officers in district 7 responded to 9 Saratoga Street for a fight. On arrival officers located three victim’s bleeding. The victim’s stated to officers that they were at a party when a fight started with a person who came to party without permission. The victim’s gave officers a description of the suspect that stabbed them and then fled on Saratoga Street towards Marion Street. Officers broadcast a description and seconds later officers observed an individual fitting that description at Saratoga and Prescott Street. All three victims’ positively identified the suspect that had stabbed them. Officers arrested Wilfreo Antonio Barrientos-Alvarado, 26, of Brighton and charged him with Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon. All three victims were transported to Mass General Hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries. Officers did recover a machete at the scene.

Two Arrested in Stolen Vehicle

Around 1:17am, officers in District 11 observed vehicle in front of them traveling at a high rate of speed. Officers were able to catch up to the vehicle; further investigation revealed the vehicle was reported stolen out of Somerville. Officers were able to stop the vehicle at Dorchester Avenue and Park Street. The operator informed officers that the vehicle was given to her and she was not on the rental agreement. Husniya Anderson, 24, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle and Operating After Suspension or Revocation. Also arrested Nakia Watkins, 28, of Dorchester for Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle and an outstanding warrant for Larceny Over $250 out of Dedham District Court.

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Today the annual Fall Freedom Rally was held on the Boston Common. There were a total of 53 arrests made by Boston Police Officers for various violations of the Drug Laws.

Of the 53 arrested, seven were juvenile males, six were female adults and the remainder were adult males. All arrested provided the police with addresses outside of the city except for eight people.

The following will be arraigned in the Boston Municipal Court on Monday morning:

Jacob Wilder, 18, Westford
Lauren Lamphier, 17, Pepperell
Jason Westgate, 17, Westford
Cornelius Steele, 31, Roxbury
Michael Valdez, 19, Worcester
William Germain, 19, Hastings, NY
Joshua Johndrow, 18, Halifax
Benjamin Alves, 24, Dorchester
Michael Bragar, 18, Newton
Kyle Jones, 22, Boston
Patricia Wocik, 40, Lynn

Richard Pollard, 17, Swampscott
James Turner, 21, Roxbury
John Foley, 22, Medford
Matthew Frost, 17, Kingston
Ismael Ramirez, 30, Boston
Kenneth Cowans, 50, Roxbury
Emirce Diaz, 25, Boston
Stacey Fruci, 21, Weymouth
Elias Contos, 21, Norwood
Brandon King, 24, Uxbridge
Michael Patricks, 21, Uxbridge
Jefery Greig, 23, Linwood
Rodney Taylor, 24, Wilmington
Paul Johnson, 42, South Attleboro
Christopher Pinto, 20, Lynn
Luke Penton, 22, Waltham
Justin Ball, 18, Attleboro
Nicholas Santaniello, 19, Attleboro
Matthew Crothers, 19, Wellesley
Zachary Our, 18, West Roxbury
Samuel Kensley, 17, Cambridge
Gerard Francis, 18, Cambridge
Lucas Villandry, 17, Watertown
Robert Fruggiero, 18, Waltham
Ivan Bogdanovic, 18, Beverly
Ben Morton, 18, Manchester
Christopher Duffey, 18, Maynard
Richard Mochen, 18, Barnstable
Sarah Townley, 18, Centerville
James Carr, 20, Wenham
William Pasquale, 20, Salem
Ashley Brown, 20, Fairfield, CT
Derek Cerullo, 19, Walpole
Patrick Catoe, 19, Dunstable
Dale Remy, 27, Leominster

The following will be arraigned on Monday morning at the Boston Juvenile Court:

16-year-old male, Westford
16-year-old male, Marian
16-year-old male, Swampscott
16-year-old male, Watertown
16-year-old male, Watertown
16-year-old male, Manchester
16-year-old male, Salem

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On Friday afternoon at about 4:27pm officers from District 4 responded to the Westin Hotel located at 10 Huntington Avenue on a report of a person stabbed. On arrival the officers discovered Carlos E. Borrero, Jr., 30, of Chelsea suffering from a stab wound in an enclosed employee area within the hotel. The victim and the suspect, both employees, were involved in an altercation that resulted in the victim being stabbed. Borrero was transported to the Boston Medical Center by Boston EMS where he was pronounced. Police arrested Ivan Sosa, 37, of Dorchester and have charged him with murder. He will be arraigned Monday morning in the Boston Municipal Court.

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Bank Robbery Suspect Wanted in Dorchester

Officers from District 2 responded to 585 Columbia Road shortly before noon yesterday on a report of a robbery at the Sovereign Bank. According to witnesses on scene a white male entered the bank and approached a teller cutting the line inside the bank. While at the teller’s window the suspect passed a note and made threats. The suspect fled the bank after robbing it of an undisclosed amount of U.S. Currency. District Detectives and the Bank Robbery Task Force are currently investigating this robbery.

Six Juveniles Arrested After Calumet Street Stabbing

Last night at 9:36pm, officers from District 2 responded to an address on Calumet Street on a report of a stabbing. On arrival officers spoke to the victims a 17 and 18-year old male from Roxbury who stated while walking on Calumet toward Parker Hill Street they were jumped by a group of males and stabbed. The victims were transported to the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital and the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center where they were treated for non-life threatening injuries. Police broadcast a description of the suspects over police radios and within minutes of the broadcast, an officer from the Boston Housing Authority observed six individuals matching the description of the wanted suspects at St Alphonsus and Smith Streets. Police stopped the group and arrested a 10,11, 12, 13, 13, and 14 year-old males from Roxbury and Dorchester. All six were charged with Delinquency to wit: Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon (Knife). They will all be arraigned in the Boston Juvenile Court on Monday morning.

East Boston Officers Arrest Three Drinking in the Park

Three individuals were observed last night at 8:15pm sitting in the bleachers at 200 Condor Street in East Boston. Officers from District 7 approached the group to investigate and observed them drinking alcohol in public. Police arrested Angel DelValle, 22, of Stoughton, Roberto Cuevas, 24, of Chelsea and Jack Gomes, 23, of Malden. All three will be arraigned on Monday morning in the East Boston District Court.

15-year-old Arrested with Firearm in Dorchester

At about 6:30pm on Friday night officers from District 3 observed a 15-year-old male make eye contact with them and place both hands on his waist, quickly change direction and begin to flee at a fast pace. When officers made verbal commands for the suspect to stop he began to sprint away from the officers. Officers eventually stopped the suspect in the area of 50 Corbet Street where they recovered a loaded firearm with obliterated serial numbers from the suspect’s waist area. The juvenile from Roxbury was placed under arrest and will be arraigned on Monday morning in the Dorchester District Court where he will be charged with Delinquency to wit: Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Loaded Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, and Possession of a Firearm with Altered Serial Numbers.

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Officers from District 2 patrolling Warren Street near the Roxbury District Court heard shots fired from the area of Regent and Akron Streets this morning at about 12:14am. As the officers approached Regent Street they observed a motor vehicle on Warren and Moreland Street that had crashed into an unattended parked car. Inside the vehicle the officers observed a 22-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.

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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Police from District 2 responded to 146 Calumet Street tonight at 9:35pm on a report of a person stabbed. On arrival they confirmed two people were suffering from stab wounds at that location. Victim #1 was transported to the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital while victim #2 was transported to the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center where they were treated for what appears to be non-life threatening injuries. Preliminary information indicates that police have arrests seven juveniles in connection with these stabbings.

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This afternoon at 4:27pm officers from District 4 responded to the Westin Hotel located at 10 Huntington Avenue on a report of a person stabbed. On arrival the officers discovered a male suffering from a stab wound in an enclosed employee area within the hotel. The victim and the suspect, both employees, were involved in an altercation that resulted in the victim being stabbed. The unidentified victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center by Boston EMS where he was pronounced. Police have arrested Ivan Sosa, 37, of Dorchester and charged him with murder. He will be arraigned Monday morning in the Boston Municipal Court.

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This afternoon at 4:27pm officers from District 4 responded to the Westin Hotel at 10 Huntington Avenue on a report of a person stabbed. On arrival the officers discovered a male suffering from a stab wound in an enclosed employee area within the hotel. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center by Boston EMS where he was pronounced. Police have placed a suspect under arrest and charged him with murder. Both the victim and the suspect are employees of the hotel.

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Officers from District 4 responded to 10 Huntington Avenue at about 4:27pm on a report of a person stabbed. Prelimary information is that one person is confirmed stabbed and is being transported to Boston Medical Center with life threatening injuries. The suspect is under arrest. Details will follow.

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On September 16, 2006 the annual Fall Freedom Rally (Hemp Fest) will be held on Boston Common.

In recent years, the Boston Police Department has arrested numerous people for Possession of Class D (Marijuana) at this event. Many of these people have stated that they were under the impression there was “amnesty” from arrest on this particular day.

Let there be no confusion or mistaken assumptions on the part of attendees Saturday: there is no “amnesty” or any relaxation of the Commonwealth’s drug control laws during of this event. The Boston Police Department will be enforcing the narcotics laws on the Boston Common, as we do in neighborhoods throughout the city on any given Saturday. Our officers will be making arrests for violations of the narcotics laws if they observe such behavior. Saturday will be no different than any other day.

Potential offenders should be aware that, if arrested, these arrests will become a permanent part of the individual’s criminal history and may affect their admissions to some colleges and/or future potential employment as well as may result in the suspension of the individual’s license to operate a vehicle in Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Many of the people who attend this festival are college-aged young people who are just starting out in life. We strongly encourage you to think twice on Saturday before you place yourself into a situation where you may be arrested. It would be a shame if you jeopardize your future over a single act.

If you are arrested, ignorance of the law will not be an acceptable excuse.

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On September 13,2006 at about 11:08pm, officers in District 2 responded to a radio call for a person shot at Crestwood Park and Townsend Street. On arrival officers located Kenneth Hall, 17, of Roxbury suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and later pronounced.

Boston Police Homicide detectives are investigating this homicide 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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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Thursday, September 14 thru 10 AM Friday, September 15.

(See today’s Daily Incident Summary for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below)

Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 2
Non-fatal Stabbings: 1

Street Robberies: 4
Commercial Robberies: 1
Other: 2. (One robbery of a taxi, One robbery of a bank.)

Vehicle thefts: 5
Vehicle recoveries. 4
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 11

Residential break-ins: 5. (Including one dog stolen in C-11.)
Commercial Break-ins: 1

Note: the information above 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.

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An identification has been made re: the subject in the investigation of a found body at 800 Boylston St.

The Boston Police thank everyone - private citizens, members of the media, and fellow bloggers - who assisted us with the identification of this young woman.

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Victim of Robbery Vindicated by Arrest of Suspect

At approximately 2pm yesterday officers from District 2 responded to a radio call for a suspect of a robbery at 69 McGreevey Way in Roxbury. On arrival officers spoke to the victim who reported having been robbed a couple days ago by the suspect. Victim reported suspect robbed him inside his house when he tripped and as the suspect assisted him in getting up removed from his person several pieces of jewelry, $200, and 4 bottles of cologne. The suspect, Ivan Cuevas, 32, of Quincy, who was still in possession of the four bottles of cologne, was arrested and charged with Unarmed Robbery.

Officers Investigating Residential Alarm Discover Victim Shot in the Foot

Yesterday around 6:47pm officers from District 2 investigating a residential alarm in the area of Coleus Park in Roxbury heard several gunshots in the area of Lawrence Ave. and Magnolia St. Officers responded to that area and there located a victim in the rear of the Martin Luther King School suffering a gunshot wound to the foot. The victim reported while standing in the area of Greenheys St. and Magnolia St. a white minivan with unknown occupant(s) pulled up to him and fired three to four shots at him striking him. Ballistic evidence was recovered from the scene.

Victim Shot with Non-Life Threatening Injuries Outside Bar

About 11:27pm on yesterday officers from District 2 responded to a radio call for a person shot in the area of Norfolk St. and Shirley St. On arrival officers observed a male later identified as the victim limping away from the scene, bleeding from his leg. The victim spoke to officers and reported that he woke up on the street and discovered he had been shot. The victim was transported to the hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries. Officers recovered ballistic evidence from the scene.

Suspect Arrested after Firearm Recovered

Officers from District 3 patrolling the Franklin Hill Development area of Dorchester yesterday around 11:40pm observed three individuals trespassing in the housing project. Officers exited their department car to make further inquiry of the suspects when one fled inside. Officers followed this suspect inside where he was located with a firearm. Suspect, Maurice Pridgett, 25 of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Trespassing.

Dog Missing After B&E in Dorchester

Last night at 6:49pm, officers from District 11 responded to 109 Adams Street in Dorchester on a report of a Breaking and Entering. The victim reported to police that an unknown person broke into her basement and stole her dog "DJ" a brown Bichon Frise valued at about $1,000.00. Officers observed damage to her doorframe; the suspects and dog remain at large.

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The Boston Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Michael Scott of Hyde Park, who has been identified for the stabbing murder of James Green. Michael Scott, 21, is described as a black male, approximately 5’5” and 135 lbs.

On June 12, 2006 at approximately 8:52pm, officers assigned to the Youth Violence Strike Force observed a male on Washington Street near Melville Avenue in Dorchester suffering from a stab wound. The victim, James Green, 28, of Dorchester, was treated and transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.

Scott’s arrest warrant was applied for and granted as a result of the investigative efforts conducted by Homicide Unit detectives. Homicide detectives are asking anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Scott 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 Wednesday, September 13 thru 10 AM Thursday, September 14.

Homicides: 0*. (*Death investigation, see below)

Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 3. Three non-fatal stabbing incidents resulting in 4 persons stabbed.

Firearm arrests: 1*. See below. (*Note, the original posting incorrectly reported 0 gun arrests)

Street Robberies: 8
Commercial Robberies: 0
Other: 1 (Home invasion, two arrests made)

Auto thefts: 12
Auto recoveries. 6
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 14

Note: the information above 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.

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Shoplifting Suspect Arrested after Stealing and Attempting to Return Merchandise

Yesterday around 6:30pm officers from District 6 responded to the Old Navy Store at 8 Allstate Rd in Dorchester. Upon arrival responding officers there spoke to Loss Prevention officers from Old Navy, who reported that the suspect entered the store with an Old Navy bag and proceeded to shoplift close to three hundred dollars worth of merchandise. The suspect then attempted to return the stolen merchandise for store credit or cash. The suspect, Teniele Johnson, 22, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Shoplifting.

Officers Initiate Investigation Resulting in a Gun Arrest

Approximately 7:19pm yesterday officers from District 2 attempted to stop a male who they believed to be carrying a weapon. After suspect was stopped, officers subsequently determined him to be in possession of a firearm and attempted to place him in custody. The suspect became violently combative and required the assistance of several other units before he could be placed under arrest and transported to the district station. The officers recovered a handgun. Suspect, Kevin Johnson, 21, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Possession of Firearm with Altered Serial Number and Unlawfully Carrying a Loaded Firearm.

Suspect Arrested in Dorchester After Soliciting Plain Clothes Officer

About 10:45pm yesterday, officers from District 11 made observations of a suspect attempting to flag down cars in the area of Kimball St. and Dorchester Ave. exited their unmarked police car to make further investigation and inquiry of the suspect. The suspect greeted and solicited the officers for sex for a fee. The suspect, Lynn Goldberg, 44, of North Quincy was arrested for Prostitution and an outstanding default warrant for Violation of Auto Laws and unpaid fines.

Intoxicated B&E Suspect Arrested After Being Found Standing Over Victim

At approximately 2:57am today, officers responded to 225 Georgetown Drive in Hyde Park for an unknown. On arrival officers met and spoke with two victims. One of the victims stated that she woke up to find the suspect standing and swaying over her bed in a drunken state. Officers based on their investigation determined that the suspect entered the apartment through one of two open windows in the rear bedrooms. According to the second victim the suspect, is known to her and her mother. The combative and intoxicated suspect, Bengy Barlatier, 23, of Hyde Park was arrested and charged with Breaking and Entering.

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This morning around 7:32am, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for an unknown problem involving a school bus at Adams Street and Dorchester Avenue. Officers spoke with the operator of the bus who stated that she observed smoke coming from the front area of the bus. The operator stated she immediately pulled over and began to evacuate the students off the bus. Twenty-seven students from the Boston Collegiate Charter School were transported to Carney, Boston Medical Center and Children’s Hospital for evaluation.

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Last night around 11:08pm, officers in District 2 responded to a radio call for a person shot at Crestwood Park and Townsend Street. On arrival officers located a male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and later pronounced.

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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A blogger writes an appreciation of Boston Police officer Dave Cataldo.

“9/11 is a day to be remembered, not for the terrorism that happened, but for the everyday heroes that often go unappreciated. One of these heroes is Patrolman Dave Cataldo from the Boston Police District E-5. I feel that in many jobs, the people working those jobs often go unappreciated, and when something bad happens, they get the blame. Many people would think that one person does not make a difference, but luckily for us, Dave does not think that way.”

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Update: An identification has been made re: the subject in the investigation of a found body at 800 Boylston St.
The Boston Police thank everyone - private citizens, members of the media, and fellow bloggers - who assisted us with the identification of this young woman.

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 800-494-TIPS.

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B&E Suspect Caught after Trying to Get Away on Bicycle

Yesterday afternoon at approximately 1:10pm, officers from District 4 responded to East Springfield St. for a report of a male breaking into a car. Detail officers located at the intersection of Harrison Ave. and East Dedham St. overheard a radio broadcast of the suspect’s description. Shortly thereafter the detail officers observed an individual matching the suspect’s description fleeing the area on bicycle. Officers attempted to stop him for questioning when he hurriedly fled from officers. The suspect was apprehended when he failed to negotiate a turn on his bicycle, fell and attempted to flee on foot. After a foot pursuit, the suspect was subsequently placed under arrest at 698 Tremont St. where he was found hiding in an alley. A witness to the crime positively identified suspect, Terry Graham, 44, of the South End who was arrested and charged with Breaking and Entering Motor Vehicle.

Suspect Arrested for Stabbing Incident at 99 O’Callahan Street in South Boston

About 5:27pm yesterday officers from District 6 responded to 99 O’Callaghan St. in South Boston for a person with a knife. There, officers spoke with two victims who stated that two suspects, with whom they are familiar, confronted them. Both victims stated that they ran into the hallway of the building after being assaulted by one of the suspects. One of the two suspects then entered the hallway brandishing a knife and stabbed one of the victims in the arm. Both suspects then fled the area prior to police arrival. The officers quickly apprehended one of the two suspects, Joseph DeAngelo, 38, of South Boston. DeAngelo was placed under arrest and charged with Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon.

Suspect of Armed Robbery Arrested with Evidence

About 5:48am today, officers from District 2 assisted by officers from District 11 responded to a call for a robbery in progress at the intersection of Quincy St. and Howard Ave. There, officers spoke with the victim, who reported that he was walking down Quincy St. when the suspect approached him and asked him for a cigarette. Per victim, as he handed the suspect a cigarette, the suspect pulled out a knife and demanded all of his money. Victim stated that he gave the suspect twenty dollars and left the scene to call the police. Police then located the suspect, Keith Barrientos, 36, of Quincy, in the area and placed him under arrest for Armed Robbery. Officers recovered the stolen twenty dollars from the suspect’s sock.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Tuesday, September 12 thru 10 AM Wednesday, September 13.

Homicides: 0

Auto thefts: 11. One arrest.
Auto recoveries. 18
Larceny from Motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 12

Residential break-ins: 10
Commercial Break-ins: 2

Note: the information above 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.

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Yesterday afternoon at about 3:40pm, officers from District 6 responded to 170 “I” Street on a report of a stabbing. On arrival the officers located a 25 year-old male from South Boston suffering from a stab wound. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he remains in critical condition. The suspect fled the scene in a 2002 grey Infiniti with a Massachusetts plate 65VB42 attached to it. Boston Police Homicide Detectives are looking for assistance in locating this vehicle. Anyone with information about the location of this vehicle or any information about this stabbing are urged to call 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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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Monday, September /11 thru 10 AM Tuesday, September 12.

Residential break-ins: 25
Commercial Break-ins: 7

Note: the information above 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.

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Photos have been posted from the Boston Police Promotional Ceremony held at Cathedral High School Gymnasium in Boston's South End on September 5, 2006

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Breaking and Entering

Last night around 8:30pm, officers in District 3 responded to a radio call for a breaking and entering at 9 Flint Street. The victim reports upon returning home she noticed the door to her bedroom kicked open. The victim stated to officers that she had locked the door before leaving. The victim also noticed another room had been ransacked and a window on the second floor was open. Victim reports several items of jewelry were missing.

Larceny from a Motor Vehicle

Around 9:15pm, officers responded to a radio call for a breaking and entering of a motor vehicle report at 150 Standard Street. Officers spoke with the victim who stated, unknown person smashed the driver’s side window and removed her cell phone from the front seat.

Unarmed Robbery

Early this morning, officers in District 2 responded to a radio call for a larceny in progress at 640 Huntington Avenue. Officers spoke with the victim who stated he was sitting in front of Smith Hall using his lap top computer when three black males approached him. The victim stated the suspects grabbed the computer and his black leather case and fled across Huntington Avenue.

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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 - September 10th, 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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At 3:40pm officers from District 6 responded to 170 "I" Street in South Boston on a report of a stabbing. On arrival officers located a victim suffering from a stab wound. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he is being treated for what appears to be a life threatening injury.

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On September 8, 2006 at 10:37am, officers in District 2 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 28 Seaver Street. On arrival officers located Ronald Dujour, 27, of Dorchester suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced at the scene.

Boston Police Homicide detectives continue to investigate this homicide 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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A look at the last 72 hours in Boston, from Friday, Sept. 9 through 10 A.M. Monday, Sept. 11, 2006

Homicides: 1

Non-fatal Shootings: 2 (see below and below)

Firearm arrests: 1. Three guns recovered.

Street Robberies: 15. Three arrest in two incidents (see below)
Commercial Robberies: 2
Other: 0

Auto thefts: 31. Note: 1/3 of the thefts involve Toyotas, model year 1989,1990, and 1991.
Auto recoveries. 19
Larceny from Motor Vehicle (motor-vehicle breaks): 40

Residential break-ins: 24
Commercial Break-ins: 6

Note: the information above 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.

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Victim Stabbed at Roxbury Crossing

This morning at 1:00am a 46-year-old Brighton male reported to police that he was stabbed at Roxbury Crossing by a group of black males. The victim was transported to the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital and treated for his injury. The suspects remain at large.

Victim Robbed in East Boston, Suspect Surrenders

A victim who reported that a suspect had just robbed her while she was parked at the White Hen Pantry flagged District 7 officers down at Saratoga Street and Brandywine Drive yesterday at 12:50pm. Officers broadcast a description of the suspect. While the officers were completing their reports, the suspect entered District 7 and surrendered himself to police. Police arrested Richard Prader, 21, of East Boston and charged him with Unarmed Robbery. He will be arraigned in the East Boston District Court.

Lucky Store Not So Lucky

Last night at 10:23pm, officers from District 4 responded to 281 Huntington Avenue on a report of a robbery. On arrival officers spoke with the victim who stated that two black males, armed with a firearm, entered the store and robbed the victim. The suspects fled on foot and the District 4 detectives continue to investigate this incident.

Two Suspects Arrested for Armed Robbery

Officers from District 2 responded to Fairland Street in Roxbury for a report of a robbery. Officers spoke with the victim who stated that he was walking when two males approached him. One suspect pointed something that appeared to be a gun at the victim while the second suspect punched the victim in the face and robbed him. The suspects fled on foot and were later seen in front of 7 Mt. Pleasant Street. Both suspects were positively identified and placed under arrest charged with Armed Robbery. Anthony Jones, 39, of Roxbury and Arthur Flood, 36, Dorchester will be arraigned today in the Roxbury District Court.

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The West Roxbury Bulletin profiles the new Captain for District 5, James Hasson.

From the look of things, West Roxbury and Roslindale should be in capable hands following the transfer to the neighborhood of 20-year Boston Police Department (BPD) veteran Captain James Hasson. Hasson, who recently served as a Captain in District B-2 (Roxbury and Mission Hill) is currently getting settled at his new District E-5 headquarters, located on the Holy Name Rotary at 1708 Centre St.

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Victim Shot in Bay Village

This morning officers from District 1 responded to Church and Fayette Streets for a report of shots fired. On arrival the officer’s observed two people assisting the 20-year-old victim from Winston, NC suffering from a gunshot wound to the abdomen. Boston EMS transported the victim to the Boston Medical Center where he is being treated for a non-life threatening injuries. District 1 detectives are investigating this shooting.

Suspect Arrested For Stabbing and Robbery in Dorchester

Officers from District 11 responded to 417 Geneva Avenue this morning shortly after midnight for an investigation. The victim of a stabbing from a couple nights ago called 9-1-1 reporting the suspect was sitting in a car at that location. On arrival the officers removed the occupants of a vehicle while the victim, who was in the area, positively identified passenger Glenford Gatewood-Quilter, 19, of Mattapan. The victim reported that the suspect stabbed and robbed him while he was making a food delivery. The suspect will be arraigned in the Dorchester District Court where he will be charged with Armed Robbery and Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon.

Bachelorette Party Gone Wrong at 22 Union Street

A 23-year-old female from Sharon reported to police this morning at 1:15am she was the victim of an assault and battery. The victim stated the unknown suspect approached her, grabbed her hair and forced her knee into the victim’s forehead. The victim, who was attending a bachelorette party, stated the suspect fled the area. The victim refused any medical attention.

Alert Neighbors Notify Police of Car Break

At about 4:58am, officers from District 11 responded to the area of Taft and Pleasant Streets to investigate a report of two males breaking into a red truck. On arrival officers located two suspects in the area matching the description provided to them. Police stopped both suspects and both found to be in possession of a table saw and two buckets with assorted construction tools. Police arrested a 16-year-old male from Dorchester and charged him with Delinquency to wit: Breaking and Entering a Motor Vehicle, Larceny over 250, as well as a Child in Need of Service Warrant. The second suspect arrested was Roberto Mendes, 17, of Roxbury. He is charged with Breaking and Entering a Motor Vehicle and Larceny from a Motor Vehicle over 250. Both will be arraigned in the Dorchester District Court.

Armed Robbery at Store 24 in Hyde Park

Officers from District 18 responded to the Store 24 on Hyde Park Avenue this morning at 4:32 to investigate a report of a robbery. On arrival officers found the victim lying face down on the floor by the cash register. The victim stated that the suspect, armed with a firearm, robbed the store and took the victim to the back room where he hit him in the back of the head and neck area. The victim was transported to the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center where he was treated for his injuries. The suspect remains at large; District 18 detectives continue to investigate this robbery.

Two Arrested on the “Independence” in Boston Harbor

Security from the Boston Harbor Cruise Line called police this morning at 2:35am after catching two individuals breaking into the ship “Independence”. A witness observed Carlos Diaz, 27 and Jose Morales, 21, both homeless, climbing out a window of the boat docked at Long Wharf. Police recovered a trash bag being carried by the suspects that contained two cases of beer, two racks of wine and 6 cans of Red Bull. Damage was observed to the locks on the boat’s door as well as broken glass from a window. Both suspects will be arraigned tomorrow morning at the Boston Municipal Court and charged with Breaking and Entering a Ship, with Intent to Commit a Felony, and Larceny.

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Victim Shot in Vehicle in South Street Area

Last night at about 11:33pm, officers from District 1 responded to a call for shots fired which was then upgrade to a person shot in the area of Kneeland and South Streets. On arrival officers observed Boston EMS treating a 24-year-old victim of a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the Massachusetts General Hospital where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries. According to witnesses, the victim was shot in a vehicle, which he fell out of and it then ran him over. Police are still searching for the suspect.

Male Arrested after Urinating on Police Station

Officers from District 14 arrested Samuel Nessenthaler, 19, who resides in Brighton, after they observed him urinating on the front of the building at 301 Washington Street (District 14) at about 12:50pm. Nessenthaler will be arraigned Monday morning in the Brighton District Court where he will be charged with being a Disorderly Person.

West Roxbury Stabbing Victim in Stable Condition

A 28-year-old male from West Roxbury reported to police that he was walking on Washington Street and Ridgecrest Street at about 12:19 this morning when an unknown male approached him and asked for a cigarette. The suspect then stabbed the victim in the chest area. The suspect fled the area while the victim was transported to the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital where he is in stable condition.

Charlestown Resident Robbed on Green Street

This morning at 1:17am, officers from District 15 responded to High and Green Streets on a report of a robbery. On arrival the officers spoke with the victim who stated that a teenage male approached her from behind and grabbed her pocketbook. The suspect fled on foot toward the Bunker Hill Projects and remains at large.

Connecticut Man Arrested at Fenway Park

During last nights Red Sox game, an officer assigned to Fenway Park working a paid detail observed Red Sox employees engaged in a struggle near the section 18 ramp. Suspect James O’Connor, 20, of Connecticut, was swinging his arms around in an uncontrollable manner striking anyone in his direction. After a brief struggle, the suspect was placed under arrest. According to witnesses at the game, the suspect was standing on his chair being loud and disruptive. He continued to bang on his chair causing its bolts to pop off. Armed with the bolts, O’Connor threw them hitting a woman from Maine in the face. She along with three Red Sox employees were all treated for their injuries. O’Connor will be arraigned in the Roxbury District Court where he will be charged with Assault and Battery (Injuries), Assault and Battery on a Police Officer, Resisting Arrest, Disturbing a Public Assembly, and Destruction of Personal Property.

Victim Treated for Non-Life Threatening Stab Wounds on Seaver Street

Officers from District 2 responded to 331 Seaver Street last night at 11:10pm for a report of a stabbing. The 40-year-old victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was treated for multiple stab wounds. The suspect remains at large.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Thursday, 9/7 thru 10 AM Friday, September 8.

Homicides: 0

Street Robberies: 9. Two purse snatchings in A-1 (see below)
Commercial Robberies: 0

Auto thefts: 11.
Auto recoveries. 13
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 16

Residential break-ins: 10
Commercial Break-ins: 0

Note: the information above 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.


Two Purse snatchings in the North End (A-1)
About 12:22 a.m. on Friday, September 8, 2006, a female victim stated that while opening her apartment's hallway door an unknown white male suspect snatched her purse. The victim chased the suspect toward Commercial Street before he ultimately got into a car and drove away.

About 12:30am on Friday 9/8/2006, officers responded to a radio call for larceny in progress at 50 Salem St. and met with a female victim who stated that an unknown white male grabbed her purse from behind her while she walking into her building. After a brief struggle he fled down Cooper st. A Search of the area was made to no avail.

Protecting yourself against purse snatchings/ street robberies:
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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Two Arrested in Stolen Car

Yesterday officers in District 2 observed a stolen car at Dacia and Quincy Streets. When the operator of the stolen car made eye contact with the police officers, she took off at a high rate of speed down Warren Street. Officers had lost sight of the vehicle, but a short time later the vehicle was spotted in traffic on Crawford Street. Additional units converged into the area blocked the stolen vehicle. Shara Clarke, 18, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle and Using Motor Vehicle without Authority. Also arrested was a 14 year-old juvenile.

Larceny at Hong Kong

Early this morning around 12:55am, an individual at the Hong Kong Bar informed a detail officer that an individual placed a T-shirt over a woman’s pocketbook that was on the bar and fled out the door. The suspect was stopped on Chattam Court and found to be in possession of a woman’s handbag. The suspect stated he found the bag and was looking for the owner. The victim was located and her property was returned. Adam Odiorne, 25, of New Jersey was arrested and charged Larceny from the Person.

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Detective Cunningham, who retired as a 30 year veteran of the Boston Police Departent in 1984, passed away last Friday. Read the article or view his obituary

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At 10:37am this morning, officers in District 2 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 28 Seaver Street. On arrival officers located a male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced 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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It is with deep regret that I pass along news of a serious injury sustained by one of our members while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces overseas.

Police Officer Terrence Burke, last assigned to the Training and Education Division, detailed to District C-6 was called to active duty in early December 2005. Officer Burke is a Sergeant, recently promoted, with the U.S. Marine Corps, First Battalion.

This week, while serving in Iraq, he sustained a critical leg injury and has been transported to the military hospital in Germany for further treatment. His injury is described as critical, but thankfully he is expected to survive.

The Department has reached out to Officer Burke’s family to offer any assistance they or Terrance may need at this time and in the days and months to come. The Boston Police Patrolman’s Association has also reached out to the Burke family to offer their continued support and assistance.

I would ask all members of the Department to keep Terrence and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

The Department is very proud of Terrence’s service to our country as well as the 5 other members of the Department currently deployed on active duty.

My office will keep abreast of Officer Burke’s progress and will continue to offer assistance while he recovers, and later as we look to his return to duty with the Boston Police Department.

Thank you,

Albert E. Goslin
Police Commissioner

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Wednesday, 9/6 thru 10 AM Thursday, September 7.

Homicides: 0

Firearm arrests: 4. (see below)

Street Robberies: 5. One victim stabbed. (see below)
Commercial Robberies: 1

Auto thefts: 11. One carjacking, one attempted theft.
Auto recoveries. 7
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 20

Residential break-ins: 7
Commercial Break-ins: 4

Note: the information above 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.

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Firearm Arrest at 16 Hopkins Street

Yesterday around 6:20pm, officers in District 3 observed a motor vehicle with the drivers door lock popped traveling on Morton Street towards Evans Street. Officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop when the vehicle pulled over, but then abruptly pulled to the right and then left into the street. As the vehicle was turning officers observed one of the suspects attempt to exit the vehicle while it was still moving. At this time one of the suspects threw a bag of food to the ground and began to run around the side of 16 Hopkins Street. Officers observed the suspect throw a black firearm onto the grass in the backyard of 16 Hopkins Street. Officer chased the suspect and he was apprehended on Corbet Street. Titas Dirienzo, 17, of Mattapan was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Possession with Intent to Distribute Class B and Resisting Arrest. Officers did recover a Firearm and drugs from the suspect.

Two People Arrested For Shoplifting

Yesterday around 6:29pm, officers in District 1 responded to a radio call for a shoplifter at 340 Washington Street. On arrival officers spoke with a CVS Pharmacy Detective who stated that two suspects entered the store and placed several items into a backpack, then left the store without paying for the items. Michelle Fairneny, 25, of Stoneham and Ramon Soto, 30 of Boston were both arrested and charged with shoplifting over $200. Further investigation revealed that Fairneny had an outstanding warrant out of Woburn District Court for Possession of Class A

Man Arrested with Loaded Gun

Last night around 7:05pm, officers in District 5 responded to a radio call for two males with a gun inside the Beechland Housing Development. On arrival officers were informed that one male was showing a gun to another male. A description of the suspects was broadcasted and officers observed the two suspects heading down Walworth Street on foot. Both suspects fled in different directions, one suspect was apprehended behind 305 Beech Street and the second apprehended at Washington Street and Cedrus Street. Ernest Bernard, 19, of Dorchester charged with Disorderly and Steven Desire, 17, of Hyde Park charged with Unlawful Possession of Firearm and Disorderly. Officers did recover a firearm from one of the suspects.

Person Stabbed At 116 Northampton Street

Early this morning around 12:15am, officers in District 4 responded to a radio call for a person stabbed at Boston Medical Center. On arrival officers observed the victim suffering from a stab wound to the shoulder. The victim stated to officers that he was walking home when approached by a man and woman who asked him for a lighter. The victim stated to the two suspects that he did not have a lighter and attempted to walk away. At that time the victim was stabbed and his wallet was stolen. The victim was treated for a non-life threatening injury.

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Last night around 9:41pm, officers in District 6 responded to a radio call for a found body floating in the water at 300 Congress Street. On arrival officers discovered the body of a female with no visible signs of trauma or foul play. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. This incident remains under investigation by District 6 detectives.

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This morning at approximately 11am, members of the Youth Violence Strike Force working in the area of Dorchester District Court heard two gunshots behind the courthouse. Officers responded and observed suspects running down Tremlett Street towards Waldeck Street. A description of the suspects was broadcast via radio and Elier Acevedo, 17, of Dorchester was arrested on Waldeck Street. Troy Armstrong, 17, of Dorchester was arrested on Tonawanda Street and officers recovered a .25 caliber loaded semi-automatic handgun from his pants pocket. A 16 year-old juvenile was arrested on Lindsey Street.

The three individuals will be arraigned tomorrow in Dorchester District Court.

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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 - September 5th, 2005 vs. 2006.

View Data on YTD Part One Crime (two pages) (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)

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View Data on YTD Firearm Arrests (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)

View Data on YTD Recovered Firearms (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Tuesday, 9/5 thru 10 AM Wednesday, September 6.

Homicides: 0

Street Robberies: 2. One arrest for unarmed robbery.
Commercial Robberies: 1

Auto thefts: 12. One carjacking, one attempted theft. (see below)
Auto recoveries. 10
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 15. Four prior incidents cleared with the arrest of one individual.

Residential break-ins: 8
Commercial Break-ins: 4.

Note: the information above 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.

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Three Arrested For Breaking and Entering

Yesterday around 1:55pm, officers in District 18 responded to a radio call for a breaking and entering at 22 Ellard Road. Officers observed three black males walking away from the area of Ellard Road towards Westminster Street. Officers spoke with the caller who observed three black males go into the back yard of 22 Ellard Street, and then observed one of the males push the screen window open. Officer observed window screen partially open and porch window louver to be cracked. The caller positively identified the three suspects. Jean Payoute, 18, of Hyde Park and 2 juveniles ages 15 and 16 were arrested and charges with attempted Breaking and Entering.

Carjacking at Welles Avenue and Dorchester Avenue

Around 6:22pm, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for a car jacking at 1749 Dorchester Avenue. Officers spoke with the victim who stated that he was cleaning his car and had all the doors open when four males jumped into his vehicle. The victim attempted to run up to the driver’s door and try to stop them from taking the vehicle, but was elbowed in the head. The suspect fled in the motor vehicle down Welles Avenue towards Talbot Avenue.

Vandalism at the Bell In Hand Tavern

This morning around 1:10am, officers in District 1 responded to a radio call for a fight behind the Bell in Hand Tavern at 45 Union Street. Officers spoke with the bar staff who stated that they asked a patron to leave the premise but he refused. The caller went on to state that when his friends attempted to remove him from the bar the window in the rear door was broken. The suspect did not believe that he broke the window but opted to pay for the damage.

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Seven Arrested at Brighton House Party

This morning at 2:09am, officers from District 14 responded to 84 Allston Street on a report of a fight. Officers located a 20-year-old male victim lying on the ground behind 13 Greylock Street. The victim reported to police that he was at a party and was swarmed by a group who punched him and knocked to the ground and began stomping on his leg. He was transported to St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center where he was treated for his injuries. Officers then went to 84 Allston Street, observed underage individuals in possession of alcohol. Police arrested Benjamin Stoner, 19, of Hartford, CT, Anthony Pons, 19, of Harwich port, Matthew Flynn, 19, of Huntington, Anthony Volpe, 18, and Brian McLaughlin, 19, both of Allston. All these suspects were charged with Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon and Possession of Alcoholic Beverages by Persons under 21. Police also arrested Jason Hafer, 18, of Marlboro charged with Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon and Amy Eisenberg, 18, of Boston charging her with Possession of Alcoholic Beverages by Person under 21. All seven suspects will be arraigned in the Brighton District Court.

Assault at Store 24 in Charlestown

Officers assigned to District 15 responded to the Store 24 at 140 Main Street this morning at 1:10am on a report of a cab driver being harassed. On arrival the officer found two victims’ who stated that four white males had assaulted them. One victim refused medical attention while the second was transported to the Massachusetts General Hospital. All four suspects fled before police arrived. Detectives from District 1 are currently investigating this incident.

Five Arrested in Roslindale After Traffic Offense

After observing two vehicles committing violations of the auto laws, officers from District 18 arrested five people for various charges. The incident occurred this morning at about 2:23am on Neponset and Philbrick Street in Roslindale. Officers arrested Jean Rubin, 20, of Mattapan, Frantzer Fleurimond, 18, of Roxbury charging them both with Possession of Burglarious tools, Larceny of a Motor Vehicle, and Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle. Jean Guyvens Lefort, 18, of Dorchester, Carl Belizaire, 18, of Roxbury, and Pierre Richard Fiote, 18, of Dorchester charging them with Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle. All five will be arraigned in the West Roxbury District Court.

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A look at the last 96 hours in Boston, from Friday, Sept. 1 through 10 A.M. Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2006

Homicides: 0

Non-fatal Shootings: 4.
Non-fatal Stabbings: 11. Eleven persons stabbed in 10 incidents.

Firearm arrests: 6. 7 firearms recovered.

Street Robberies: 25
Commercial Robberies: 1
Other: 3

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.

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This morning at about 10:19am, detectives assigned to the Boston Police Special Investigations Unit, agents from the Federal Bureau of Investigations Bank Robbery Task Force, and officers from District 2 responded to 426 Blue Hill Avenue in Roxbury attempting to locate a suspect wanted for a Bank Robbery that occurred on August 21, 2006 at 1628 Tremont Street in Roxbury.

Armed with an arrest warrant the officers were granted consent to search the apartment to locate Dana Brown who was wanted on numerous warrants. The officers were greeted at the door by Brenda Hill, 39, of Brockton who pushed a Detective twice and attempted to block an agent from walking down a hallway. Police found Dana Brown, 33, of Roxbury hiding under a bed in the apartment who was taken into custody without incident. Police then attempted to arrest Brenda Hill who struggled with officers and resisted their attempts to handcuff her. After a brief struggle, she was arrested and transported to District 2 along with Brown.

Hill was charged with Assault and Battery on a Police Officer and Resisting Arrest. Dana Brown was charged with a straight warrant from the Roxbury District Court for Unarmed Bank Robbery, a Roxbury District Court Default warrant for Drug violations, and a Cambridge District Court Warrant for Unarmed Robbery. Both suspects will be arraigned in the Roxbury District Court on Tuesday morning.

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Loud Party Ends In Arrest

This morning around 12:30am, officers in District 2 observed a large crowd gathering in front of 1472 Tremont Street. Officers attempted to disperse the crowd and observed several individuals drinking alcohol outside of the residence. Laura Klimek, 19, of Lexington; Alison Romano, 19, of New York were arrested and charged with Drinking Alcoholic Beverages in Public and Possession of Alcohol Beverages by Person Under 21. Also arrested was Jeffery Paradis, 21, of Maine and Brian Howlett, 19, of Connecticut were arrested and charged with Drinking Alcoholic Beverages in Public.

Charlestown Victim Scares Away Suspect

Officers from District 15 responded to a Green Street address this morning at 1:06am after the residents heard a loud crash in the dining area. The victim observed an unknown male looking in the broken window. The suspect was described as a white male wearing a hoody who fled the scene and dropped a large piece of wood while running toward Hancock Street. District 1 detective as investigating this incident.

One Arrested After Home Invasion

At about 1:19am, officers in District 14 responded to 19 Harriet Street in Brighton on a report of an armed home invasion. Officers spoke with the victim who stated he just got off the phone with a friend who was on the way over to see him. The victim stated he heard a knock at the door and without looking he opened the door. The victim reported two suspects rushed in with weapons in their hands demanding money. The suspect’s took the victim’s wallet and fled the scene in the victim’s car. The abandoned motor vehicle was recovered at 75 Faneuil Street. The victim positively identified the suspect. Police arrested John Brennan, 34, of Brighton and charged him with Home invasion.

Shoplifter Arrested in East Boston

Two bags of Shrimp valued at about $40 a bag were stolen from the Shaw’s Supermarket in East Boston yesterday morning at about 10:00am. Officers from District 7 responded and spoke with security for the store that had caught the suspect conceal the two bags. Police arrested Michael Bright, 47, of East Boston and charged him with shoplifting and trespassing. Bright will be arraigned in the East Boston District Court.

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Boston Mayor Thomas M Menino and Acting Police Commissioner Albert E. Goslin will officiate over a promotional ceremony set for Tuesday, September 5, 2006, at the Cathedral High School Gymnasium, 74 Union Park Street in Boston at 11:00am. One Captain, twelve Lieutenants and twenty-five Sergeants will be promoted during the badge pinning ceremony.

Promoted to the rank of Captain: Mark Hayes

Promoted to the rank of Lieutenant: Alfredo Andres, Joseph Boyle, Donald Callahan, Joseph Canney, Harold Cataldo, Michael Chapman, Timothy Connolly, Richard Evans, Trent Holland, Paul Ivens, Wayne Lanchester, and Robert Sheets.

Promoted to the rank of Sergeant: Thomas Dentremont, Daniel Duff, Thomas Foley, Brian Miller, Maryann Riva, Gary Ryan, Kenneth Sousa, Thomas Brennan, Christopher Connolly, Christopher Cunniffe, Robert Donaruma, Marcus Eddings, Sean Flaherty, Michael Hegarty, Joel McCarthy, Michael McCarthy, Philip Morgan, Maryann O’Neill, Hugh Solari, Steven Sweeney, James Tarantino, Daniel Tracey, Christopher Walsh, Fred Williams, and Sean Wilbanks.

We encourage the media to attend this ceremony.

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This morning at about 2:36am officers from District 1 responded to a radio call for a fight in the area of 177 State Street. On arrival officers discovered a 23-year-old male suffering from multiple stab wounds at 83 Central Street. Boston EMS responded and transported the victim to the Massachusetts General Hospital where he was treated for his serious injuries.

Officers began interviewing witnesses at the scene and discovered the incident started when three victims were walking on Central Street by McKinley Square carrying red sox shirts and a cell phone. These three victims reported that they observed three males charging in their direction. One of the three victims stated he was knocked to the ground and punched in the head, while the suspects demanded his cell phone. Leaving the cell phone and shirts on the ground, the victims fled the area. The suspect (Vitkovich) continued to chase the victims while armed with a knife as they ran to the front door of Jose’ McIntyre’s located at 160 Milk Street. The three victims banged on the door and were allowed inside the bar after telling employees they were jumped and the suspect was chasing them.

According to a witness on scene, the employees of 160 Milk Street exited the rear door of the bar located at 83 Central Street and observed the three suspects, one armed with a knife at the rear door. The three suspects then attacked a 23-year-old male, two of the suspects holding the victim to the ground (Fischer and Romolo) while a third suspect (Vitkovich) stabbed the victim multiple times.

All three suspects: Shane Vitkovich, 26, of Roxbury, John Romolo, 31, of Dedham, and Christopher Fischer, 29, of Somerville were placed under arrest and will be arraigned on Tuesday morning at the Boston Municipal Court where they will be charged with Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon (knife), Assault and Battery (injuries), and Intent to Rob while Armed. Fischer was also wanted on warrants from various courts on the north shore.

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Two Arrested After Pulling Knife on Pedestrian

Yesterday morning at about 8:27am, officers from District 14 observed a victim requiring assistance at Commonwealth Avenue and Warren Streets in Brighton. The victim reported to police while walking in a crosswalk he was almost struck by a motor vehicle. The victim had a verbal argument with the operator of the car when a passenger exited the car, pulled a knife out and told the victim to mind his own business. The officer was able to locate the vehicle and stopped it close to the scene. Police arrested two occupants of the vehicle and recovered the knife. Both suspects, Michael Hathaway, 41, of Chelsea and Andrew Cacciatore, 30, of Waltham will be arraigned on Tuesday morning at the Brighton District Court and charged with Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon.

District 3 Officers Arrest Male with Loaded Firearm

Officers assigned to the anti-crime unit in District 3 were conducting an investigation last night at Harvard Street and Lorne Street in Dorchester at about 7:05pm when the individual they were speaking to grabbed his waist area and began to flee on foot. Both officers began chasing the male who during the pursuit tripped and fell. When the suspect landed on the ground a silver colored firearm fell out of his pocket. Police recovered a loaded firearm and placed Ray Cornelius, 20, of Dorchester in custody. He will be appear on Tuesday morning at the Dorchester District Court where he’ll be charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition and Possession of a Loaded Firearm.

West Roxbury Stabbing

Last night officers from District 5 responded to a radio call for a person stabbed at Washington and Albano Streets in West Roxbury at about 10:30pm. On arrival officers found a 22-year-old male with a knife protruding from his back. The victim was transported to the Brigham and Woman’s Hospital where he was treated for his non-life threatening injury. District detectives are investigating the incident.

Police Recover an Unloaded Firearm While Treating Stab Victim in Brighton

At about 1:45am, officers from District 14 responded to 12 Reedsdale Street in Allston for a report of a party. On arrival officers located a 20-year-old male outside that location suffering from a stab wound. The victim was transported to the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center where his injuries were considered non-life threatening. While officers were on scene, an unloaded firearm was found outside that address. District 14 detectives are investigating this stabbing.

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At about 12:21pm, officers from District 3 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 4 Glenarm Street in Roxbury. On arrival officers discovered a male suffering from what appears to be a non-life threatening gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center to be treated for his injuries.

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This morning around 7:20am, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 22 High Street. Officers responded to Boston Medical Center and observed a female suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was treated for a non-life threatening injury. Ballistic evidence was recovered at the scene.

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Shots Fired at 12 Westville Street

Around 12:58am, officer in District 11 responded to a radio call for loud music at 11 Joseph Street. While officers were investigating this call they heard multiple gunshots coming from the area of Westville Street/Geneva Avenue area. Officers were informed that a call for shots fired was reported on Westville Terrace. On arrival officers observed a motor vehicle parked in front of 12 Westville Terrace with the windows shot out. Officers did recover ballistic evidence at the scene. There are no reports of injuries at this time.

Assault and Battery At Stuart and Charles Streets

Early this morning around 1:55am, officers in District 1 observed a fight at the corner of Stuart and Charles Streets. Officers observed the suspect punch the victim in the face. Officers observed the victim fall to the ground and hit his head on the pavement. Officers arrested George Sandner, 31, of New Hampshire for Assault and Battery. The victim was treated at the scene for a laceration and swelling to his left eye. The victim refused to go to the hospital. Victim stated to officers that he has no idea why he was assaulted.

Person Stabbed at State and Broad Streets

Around 2:12am this morning, officers in District 1 responded to a radio call for a fight at State and Broad Street. On arrival officers observed EMS treating two victims, one for a stab wound to the side and the other for a head laceration. Both victim were transported to Mass General Hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries. The victim’s stated they were attacked by a group of white males, from a previous altercation that took place inside of Vertigo Nightclub.

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Today is the anniversary of the line-of-duty death of Boston Police Officer William R. Beckman.

On this date in 1976, Officer Beckman suffered a fatal heart attack while pursuing robbers in the Back Bay. Officer Beckman was 21 year veteran of the Boston Police Department. On this day we remember Officer Beckman’s sacrifice, and we honor the memory of all other Boston Police officers who gave their lives to protect their fellow citizens.

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Armed Robbery Arrest

Yesterday evening around 6:09pm, officers in District 2 arrested Le-Ray Banks, 26, of Roxbury. Officers observed two male suspects at Hartwell and Schuyler Streets and attempted to conduct a threshold inquiry. When the suspect observed the officers, he fled on foot reaching towards the area of his waist. After a brief chase the suspect was apprehended at 34 Hartwell Street. The suspect was placed under arrest and a loaded gun and drugs were recovered from the suspect. Banks is charged with Armed Robbery, Unlawful Possession of Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition and Drug Possession. A victim approached officers and stated that the guy they just arrested had robbed him at gunpoint. The victim reports that he was robbed of his cell phone, Sony PSP, watch and cash. Officers were able to recover the victim’s Sony PSP. The second suspect made good his escape.

Robbery by Knife Point

Around 2:15am this morning a victim walked into District 7 to report that he was robbed at 100 Meridian Street. The victim stated while walking on Meridian he was approached by four black males, who punched and kicked him to the ground. The victim stated that two of the suspect had a knife. The victim’s wallet was taken and the suspect fled on foot in an unknown direction. The victim sustained some scraps and bruises but refused medical attention.

Larceny Over

Yesterday evening around 6:09pm, officers in District 1 responded to a radio call for a larceny in progress at 21 Charter St. On arrival officers spoke with the victim who stated that she left her purse downstairs on the bench outside with her friend. The victim was called inside and left her pocketbook outside because she knew her friends were there. The victim stated when she returned her pocketbook was gone. A verbal argument ensued between the victim and the suspect about the pocketbook. The victim went inside to look for her pocketbook but could not find it. When the victim came back down the suspect miraculously had the pocketbook. The victim checked her purse and discovered that her money was missing. Brenda Pawlowski, 44, of Hyde Park was placed under arrest and charged with Larceny and Assault and Battery on a Police Officer. Officers did recover the victim’s money from the suspect. Once the officers recovered the money from the suspect she became violent kicking and spitting on officers.

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Significant incidents reported to the BPD, from Thursday, 8/31 thru 10 AM Friday, September 1.

Homicides: 1 (see posting below)

Non-fatal Shootings: 0

Firearm arrests: 3. Three guns recovered.

Street Robberies: 8. Four arrests.
Commercial Robberies: 0.

Auto thefts: 9. Two involving motorcycles, one arrest.
Auto recoveries. 10
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 15

Residential break-ins: 7
Commercial Break-ins: 4

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.

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Storrow Drive Eastbound near Clarendon Street will be closed until further notice due to a vehicle that has become jammed along the roadway.

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A crime summit was held in Washington, DC this past Wednesday by the Police Executive Research Forum. Members of the Boston Police Department met with a number of city and law enforcement executives to address the issue of rising violence across the country. The Minneapolis Star Tribune offers the best breakdown of the topics covered at the summit.

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