At approximately 4:22pm, officers from District 1 responded to the intersection of Beach Street and South Street for a person shot. On arrival officers located the victim, a 20 year black male, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced. At this point, officers have a vehicle of interest in custody and are investigating the potential relationship between the car and this incident. As always, we urge and encourage anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470 or remain anonymous by calling the CrimeStoppers Hotline at 1-800-494-TIPS.

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Traffic stops Ends in Arrest

While conducting operation You Drink and Drive, You Lose, officers in District 6 observed a motor vehicle spinning the tires at a high rate of speed. Officer conducted a traffic stop at Devine Way and Old Colony Avenue. Further investigation revealed that the operator did not possess a valid license. Charlie Harte, 28, of South Boston was arrested and charged with Operating M/V without a License. Mr. Harte also had an outstanding warrant for operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended License.

Home Invasion on Bellevue Street

Last night around 9:56pm, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for an armed home invasion at 49 Bellevue Street. On arrival officers spoke with victim who stated that he arrived home and noticed the light were on in the living room. The victim went on to state that he heard noises coming from the kitchen and went to investigate. The victim stated he observed three black males entering the residence through the rear door located in the kitchen. The victim stated that the suspects were masked and one had a gun. The victim went on to state that the suspect pointed the gun at and ordered him to lie on the floor while demanding money. The victim stated that the suspect instructed him to get into the shower and turn on the shower. The victim stated he was in the shower for a period of time before exiting the bathroom. Upon exiting the shower the victim observed the front door open and several items in the house missing.

Smashed Window at the Rent A Center

This morning around 4:30am, officers in District 13 responded to a radio call for a Glass Break Alarm. On arrival officers observed a front window grate pulled out and part of the frond window smashed. Officers did not observed in suspect inside or any fleeing the area. Officers were unable to determine if anything was taken.

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At approximately 3:00am on December 30, 2006, officers from District 2 responded to a call for shots fired in the area of Langdon Street. While en route, officers heard two to three gunshots and immediately observed an individual fleeing the scene. Officers requested additional units to respond and engaged in a foot pursuit.

The suspect continued to run from officers. Multiple units responded and gave pursuit to the fleeing suspect. After running a distance and attempting to climb over a fence, the suspect, Calvin Horne, discharged a round from his weapon. Officers confronted the suspect, a violent struggle ensued and a round was discharged toward Boston Police officers.

An officer involved shooting resulted. Neither officers, nor the suspect, were hit during the exchange of gunfire. The suspect continued flight and was soon found hiding beneath bushes in front of a residence on Clarence Street. The suspect was taken into custody without further incident.

Officers arrested suspect, Calvin Horne, 20, of Dorchester and charged him with Unlawful Possession of A Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Discharging a Firearm within 500' of a Dwelling, Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon, and a number of other drug possessions charges and outstanding warrants for drug charges.

Boston Police Firearm Discharge Investigation Team is investigating. Any questions can be directed to Media Relations at 617-343-4520

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Traffic Stop Leads to Gun and Drugs

Yesterday around 6:49pm,officers from Youth Violence Strike Force, on patrol in the area of Cummins Highway conducted a traffic stop of a motor vehicle speeding down a residential street at speeds in excess of 45 M.P.H. The traffic stop was conducted at Rector Rd. and Rivers St. after following the speeding car from Cummins Hwy. There, officers requested of the operator his license and registration and made note that the operator along with his several of his passengers had knives and one appeared to be wearing a “bullet proof” vest. During the stop, officers observed the operator to be very nervous and adjusted something in his waist area. Officers removed the driver from the car to conduct a “pat frisk” for their safety and during this pat frisk felt a hard object consistent wit a firearm and heard the crinkle of plastic. Immediately after officers observed the above noted, the suspect attempted to push officers and flee. A violent struggle ensued during which several officers attempted to restrain and place the suspect in custody. After a violent and lengthy struggle officers arrested Jerome L. Lamont, 23, of Somerville and recovered a loaded firearm and drugs believed to be marijuana and crack cocaine. The suspect was charged with Speeding, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Trafficking Class B Substance, Possession with Intent to Distribute Class D, Resisting Arrest, and Assault and Battery on a Police Officer. This suspect will be arraigned at Dorchester District Court on Monday.

“Operation Squeeze” Yields Arrests of Several “Johns”

Officers from District 2 arrested four individuals, this morning, and charged them with Soliciting Sex for a Fee. The individuals arrested were Declan M. Kearns, 26, of Quincy, Dennis Johnson, 52, of Milton,
Ralph Seney, 36, of Attleboro, and Michael Concepcion, 25, of Brighton.Officers, in reaction to complaints of prostitution in and around residential and business areas of District 2 conducted “Operation Squeeze” this morning. During this operation the above listed suspects approached an undercover Boston Police officer and made offers of sexual acts in exchange for money.

B&E Suspect Arrested Jumping Out of Victims’ Apartment Window

At approximately 2:40am today, officers from District 14 responded to 33 Egremont St. for a breaking and entering in progress. While en route, officers were advised by Operations that the victims, who were in their bedrooms, could hear the suspect in the adjoining bedroom. On arrival, officers responded to the front and rear of the residence and in the rear observed an open balcony door suddenly close. Officers in the rear, while waiting for officers at the front door to make contact with the victims, were suddenly confronted with the suspect jumping from the victims’ bathroom window. A foot pursuit ensued after the suspect jumped from the window and he was shortly thereafter apprehended. Officers returned to the location of the incident and determined that the suspect had had entered through the bathroom window and made his way to an unoccupied bedroom. Officers returned to the scene and observed several items that the suspect had removed from their location to take with him. Suspect, Somnak Phonethong,44, of Brighton was arrested and charged with Breaking and Entering

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Person Stabbed on Blue Hill Avenue

Last night around 7:00pm, officers in District 3 responded to a radio call for a person stabbed at 786 Blue Hill Avenue. On arrival officers located the victim on the sidewalk outside that location. The victim sustained stab wounds to the hand, back and stomach area. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and treated for his injuries. The victim was very uncooperative with the police.

Person Stabbed at Shawmut Avenue and Kendall Street

Last night around 8:40pm, officers in District 4 responded to Boston Medical Center on a report of a walking in stab victim. On arrival officers located the victim suffering from stab wounds shoulder, hand and side. The victim stated he was walking home from Dudley Station when he was stabbed by and unknown person who demanded money. The victim then went home and was advised by friends to go to the hospital. The victim was treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Suspect Arrested After Urinating in Public

While on patrol last night in the area of Hamilton and Bowdoin Streets Members of the Tactical Bike Unit observed a suspect urinating on the side of a dwelling at 165 Hamilton Street. Charles Dance, 26, of Virginia was arrested and charged with Indecent Exposure and Trespassing. Dance also had several outstanding warrants Assault by means of a Dangerous Weapon, Breaking and Entering, Larceny Over $250 and Receiving Stolen Motor Vehicle. Also arrested was Thomas Collier, 50, of Dorchester and charged with Possession of Class B.

Three arrested for Fighting Outside Club

This morning around 2:13am, officers in District 1 were monitoring the club goers exiting the clubs in the theatre district. Officers observed an altercation between three men outside Club Aria. Officer observed a verbal confrontation that turned physical. Two of the suspects traded punches as officers attempted to break up the fight. As officers were separating the parties the third suspect jumped in a punched one of the other suspects. One of the suspects became combative kicking an officer. Darrin Duverge, 24 of Roxbury was arrested and charges with Resisting Arrest, Affray and Disorderly Person. Also arrested were Robert Thompson, 21, and Jonathan White 21, both of Dorchester and charged with Affray and Disorderly Person.

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Detectives from District 4 continue to investigate the case of the missing dog from the Shaw’s Grocery Store on Huntington Ave. Tonight the victim reported to police that the dog was found and has been returned to it’s owner.

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Update on 214 Harvard Street Shooting

Police continue to investigate the shooting that occurred last night at 6:05pm on Harvard Street. The condition of the 24-year-old male from Dorchester is now listed as non-life threatening. Anyone with information about it is urged to contact B-3 Detectives at 617-343-4700 or remain anonymous by calling the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.

Suspect Arrested in Laundromat in Brighton

Police from District 14 responded to 549 Washington Street this morning after a male opened a knife and gestured toward a victim and then lit a bag on fire. The suspect was located, and after a violent struggle was arrested by officers. Police charged Mark Spagnuolo, 49, of Dorchester with Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon, Resisting Arrest, Disturbing the Peace, and Trespassing. He will be arraigned in the Brighton District Court.

Officer on Walking Beat Arrests Suspect in Dudley Triangle

This morning at about 11:09am, an officer assigned to District 2 observed a female strike an unknown male in the chest and proceed to lift her shirt exposing herself in front of the Liquor Store. Police arrested Madina Clayton, 46, of Roxbury and charged her with Indecent Exposure. She’ll be arraigned in the Roxbury District Court.

Charlestown Car Wash Vandalized

The owner of the Car Wash located at 150 Alford Street in Charlestown reported to police today that an unknown person attempted to break into a change machine at the car wash. Officers observed damage to the change machine as well as damage to the video camera. The suspect is described as a middle aged white male wearing a knit hat, blue hooded jacket, and a purple and blue scarf. The suspect remains at large while Detectives investigate this incident.

Mother and Son Attacked in East Boston

At about 8:15pm on the 26th of December, a 49-year-old female from East Boston along with her 19-year-old son were leaving a Chinese Food Restaurant on Meridian Street when four unknown suspects attacked the two. The son yelled for the mother to flee while he remained at the scene fighting the four suspects. He later returned home with a torn jacket and was unable to provide police with a description of the suspects.

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Boston Police Detective’s are requesting assistance in locating a white Pekinese dog that was stolen on December 23 between 7:30 and 8:00pm. The 51-year-old victim from Boston, reported to police that while grocery shopping at the Shaw’s located at 53 Huntington Avenue unknown persons untied her six-year-old dog and fled from the area. The dog is described as a white Pekinese that answers to the name “Chin Chin” wearing a blue nylon collar and a black leash.

These photos are from the grocery stores security camera. Detectives are looking to speak to people that may have been in the area of the grocery store or mall that evening between 7:30 and 8:00pm and witnessed anyone taking the dog. Anyone with information about the people in theses photos, or who have seen the dog, to contact them at 617-343-5619 or remain anonymous by calling 800-494-TIPS.

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Below is the text of Commissioner Ed Davis' comments at today's press conference outlining First Night 2007

First Night is a great Boston tradition. Not only is it one of our largest events, it is also one of our premier family events. We are expecting another large crowd this year, and the Boston Police are asking everyone to celebrate responsibly. New Year’s Eve is a time for celebration, and we expect everyone who comes into this city to celebrate peacefully and responsibly.

First Night is a family event. We are encouraging families to bring their children into First Night. And we are also telling everyone to leave the alcohol at home. If there are individuals who do not choose to celebrate responsibly, the Boston Police Department will be on hand, and we will have a zero tolerance policy toward any alcohol violation. That means no open containers, no underage drinking, and no unruly behavior on our streets.

The Boston Police will have a large, visible presence at all First Night events. There are at least 34 indoor events that will be held during First Night, as well as the many large, outdoor events and celebrations. You can expect to see uniformed Boston Police officers in locations such as the Back Bay, the Boston Common, Downtown and Waterfront areas.

This enforcement effort extends beyond the celebration in downtown Boston. Officers in all of our Districts will be on the lookout for loud party complaints and disorderly behavior in our neighborhoods.

We strongly encourage everyone to take public transportation into First Night. We will be diverting traffic at several events, such as the Grand Procession Parade in the Back Bay, and the fireworks displays at both the Boston Common and the waterfront.

There will also be a number of parking restrictions in place throughout downtown Boston. You can minimize the impact that this will have by leaving your car at home.

There are no specific threats of terrorism against the city of Boston or any of our celebrations. However, due diligence demands that we take special precautions whenever we have such a large numbers of people coming into the City.

We will be staffing the Unified Command Center at Boston Police headquarters, and we will be working closely with our public safety partners, including the Boston Fire Department, Transportation Department, MBTA Police, State police, and FBI.

We will also have Joint Hazardous Materials Teams operating in Boston, along with alongside Army Civil Support Teams. These are all standard precautions we take at any event of this scale.

Our goal is to make the 2006 First Night a safe night for everyone. There are a few basic steps that families can take to make sure that the enjoy First Night safely:

1. Parents should not send their children into the city unsupervised, as we are expecting a very large crowd.

2. Families should have a plan if members of their group become separated or lost. They should have an agreed-upon meeting place or a phone number of somebody they can call.

3. Check the weather report before leaving your house, Dress appropriately.

I wish everyone a happy New Year, and, on behalf of the Boston Police Department, hope that everyone has a happy and safe First Night celebration.

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

(See our Daily Incident summaries and earlier postings for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below)

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

Residential break-ins: 13.
Commercial Break-ins: 3

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, we posted an item about Ajax, a BPD Canine who responded to a report of a breaking and entering and successfully apprehended the suspect. Today, one of the daily newspapers provides some more details about Ajax and his collar.. .

"A Boston police rookie with four legs and a fully-loaded nose took down a one-man crime spree when he chased a notorious thief up a 100-foot chimney shaft, winning praise as an up-and-coming K9. Ajax, a 1 -year-old German shepherd who joined the BPD’s K-9 unit in October, is credited with capturing lifetime hoodlum Lance Smith in Mission Hill."

Via the Boston Herald

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At about 6:07pm officers from District 3 responded to 214 Harvard Street on a report of a person shot. On arrival the officers discovered a person shot at that location. Boston EMS responded and transported the victim to the Boston Medical Center. The victim's injuries appear to be life threatening at this time. Details will follow.

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Yesterday afternoon at about 5:05pm, officers from District 1 responded to 77 Monument Street on a report of shots fired. On arrival officers discovered Mark Parilla, 20, of Boston suffering from multiple gunshot wounds outside that location. Boston EMS responded and transported the victim to the Massachusetts General Hospital where he was pronounced.

Boston Police Homicide Detectives are asking for the public’s help and urge anyone with information about this homicide to contact them at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous by calling the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 800-494-TIPS.

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Traffic Stop Leads to Recovery of Ammunition

This morning around 1:08am, officers from District 1, conducted at traffic stop of a motor vehicle observed committing several motor vehicle violations.
Officers requested of the operator his license and registration and the operator told officers that his license was not on his person but supplied them with a name and date of birth. Query of that name yielded no Registry of Motor Vehicle information. While officers were attempting to retrieve further information, they observed an open container of alcohol in the car and also noticed a cup of alcohol in the center console. Officers arrested the operator, true name later determined to be John Daise, 24, of Roxbury for Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended License, Providing a False Name to Police Officers, Speeding and Failure to Use Turn Signal. The officers determined the car to be a rental car in the name of the passenger, Clint R. Bevins. During an inventory search of the vehicle, officers found ammunition in the trunk of the car that the passenger admitted belonged to him. The passenger, Clint R. Blevins, 25, of Roxbury was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Drinking Alcohol From an Open Container, and Allowing an Unlicensed Improper Person to Operate.

B&E Suspect Caught on the Run

Officer from District 11, this morning around 1:15am, responded to 36 Lyon St. for a breaking and entering in progress.
On arrival, officers observed a male running from the backyard and a foot pursuit ensued. Officers chased the suspect and at one point grabbing him by the coat but he was able to elude capture by running out of his coat. Officers continued to pursue this suspect as he jumped over a fence, ran across Dorchester Ave. and through the Store 24 parking lot. Officers were finally able to apprehend the suspect at the corner of Greenwich St. and Duncan St. after a lengthy foot pursuit. The victim was taken to the location where the suspect was caught and identified the suspect as the person that was observed in her motor vehicle going through its contents. The suspect, Corey Bailey, 29, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Breaking and Entering Motor Vehicle.

Suspect Apprehended for Breaking and Entering

Yesterday around 12:52pm, officers from District 2 arrested Lance Smith, 44, of Dorchester, and charged him Breaking and Entering, Trespassing and Possession of Burglarious Tools.

Officers were in the area proactively patrolling when they observed the suspect looking into cars. Officers followed this suspect in an unmarked car. The suspect was followed to 103 Terrace St. where they observed him go to the rear driveway of a warehouse. Officers waited to see if the suspect would come back and after some time had elapsed went to the rear of the building to further investigate. Officers, while trying to determine where the suspect could have gone, heard sounds coming from the warehouse. Officers knocked and announced their station numerous times but received no answer. A forced entry was made into the warehouse. A Boston Police canine was requested to the scene and directed officers to a brick shaft in the corner of the building. Officers, there, successfully located the suspect along with several burglarious tools.

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

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Jasmine Seymour

D.O.B 6/3/88
5’5”, 180 lbs,
Brown eyes, black hair.
Last seen April 29,2005.

Any information please contact:
Sgt. Det. Kelley O’Connell, Family Justice Div. (617) 343-5783
Det. Lisa Holmes, Family Justice Division (617) 343-6405

UPDATE: located 4/2/07

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Jessica Neal

D.O.B 8/12/89
5’2”, 110 lbs

Missing from Arlington since Nov 27th.

If located contact: Sgt. Det. Kelley O’Connell of the Family Justice Division (617) 343-5783

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This afternoon at about 5:05pm, officers from District 1 responded to 77 Monument Street on a report of shots fired. On arrival officers discovered a male suffering from multiple gunshot wounds outside that location. Boston EMS responded and transported the victim to the Massachusetts General Hospital where he was pronounced.

Boston Police Homicide Investigators are currently on scene and leading this investigation. Detectives are asking for the public’s help and urge anyone with information about this shooting to contact them at 617-343-4470 or to remain anonymous by calling the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 800-494-TIPS.

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Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - December 25th, 2005 vs. 2006.

View Data on YTD Part One Crime (three pages, January - August 2006 data is officially UCR coded) (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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Officers from District 15 responded to 77 Monument Street at 5:05pm on a report of shots fired. On arrival, the officers confirmed one person was shot. At this time the injuries appear to be life threatening. Details will follow.

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SEASON’S GREETINGS!

Pickpocket Arrested

Officers from District 1, yesterday around 1:563am, arrested suspect, Keith M. Waddie, 46, of Boston and charged him Larceny from a Person.
Officers responded to a call for a robbery at the Loews Theater located at 2 Avery St. in Boston. On arrival, officers spoke to the victim and a witness who reported that the victim’s bag was stolen and that the suspect was still in the building. Officers searched the building and soon located a man matching the suspect’s description stuffing something down his pants. Officers stopped this individual and recovered the victim’s red wallet which was still protruding from the suspect’s waistband. Officers were unable to locate the bag but the wallet was returned to the victim.

B&E Suspect Arrested in Dark Basement

Around 2:30am yesterday, officers from District 11 responded to a radio call for an alarm call at 10 Saco St. in Dorchester. On arrival, officers met with the caller who directed them to the basement area of the premise. There, officers confronted the suspect who turned off the lights and attempted to flee. Officers successfully cornered the suspect in the basement area and placed him under arrest. After arresting the suspect, officers searched the basement and located a number of stolen items and burglarious tools. In addition officers also discovered several other storage areas that had been forced open. Suspect, Keeta R. Peete, 33, of Boston was arrested and charged with Possession of Burglarious Tools, 2 counts of Receiving Stolen Property, and 4 counts of Breaking and Entering.

Suspect Checks Out of Westin Hotel to a Prison Cell

This morning at approximately 12:33am, officers from District 6, responded to a radio call for an individual using a stolen credit card at the Westin Hotel located at 425 Summer St. On arrival, officers learned that the hotel had received information from a credit card being used by a hotel guest had been reported stolen. Officers learned that the hotel guest had checked in on 12/23/06 and had accrued a bill of almost $1,900. on the reported credit card. The credit card owner was notified and reported that the suspect is known to her but that she had not given him permission to use her card, and that he must have stolen it while he was staying at her house. Officers went to the room and placed suspect, Donald F. Dwelley, 25, of Hingham, under arrest charging him with Fraudulent Use of a Credit Card. Suspect was subsequently found to have an outstanding warrant for Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon, and Possession of Chemical Mace without an F.I.D.

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A look at the last 96 hours in Boston, from Friday, December 22 through 10 A.M. Tuesday, December 26, 2006

(See recent Daily Incident summaries and earlier postings for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below)

Homicides: 1
Non-fatal Shootings: 7 One triple shooting
Non-fatal Stabbings: 6

Residential break-ins: 31.
Commercial Break-ins: 10

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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Merry Christmas

Bank Window Smashed

Yesterday around 2:22am, officers in District 1 responded to a radio call for a broken window at 31 Beach Street (Sovereign Bank). On arrival officers were informed that the side window to the bank was smashed open. Uncertain whether any suspect had been inside, officers requested for a canine unit to assist. Officers conducted a search of the bank with negative results. Officers noticed that a gate was propped open, but were unable to determine whether anything was taken. Officers did not recover any type of object that could have been used to break the window. The Bank was secured.

Shoplifters Arrested with Over $1000.00 in DVD’s

Yesterday around 2:00pm, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for assistance at 545 Freeport Street. On arrival officers observed loss prevention officers attempting to detain a shoplifting suspect. Officers observed a 73-year-old elderly female lying on the floor crying. The victim stated that she was pushed down by one of the suspects as she entered the building. The victim was transported to an area hospital. Brian Sanchez, 25, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Larceny Over $250, Assault and Battery on an Elderly Person and Resisting Arrest. Mr. Sanchez also had and outstanding warrant for Possession of a Hypodermic Needle. Also arrested was William Dodd, 34, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Larceny Over $250 and also had an outstanding warrant for Shoplifting.

Food Delivery Man Robbed at Gunpoint

Last night around 6:34pm, officers in District 3 responded to a radio for an armed robbery at 82 Fowler Street. The victim stated when he pulled up to the address he was approached by four females with masks and one with a gun. The victim went on to state that the suspects took his wallet and one suspect fled in the victim’s motor vehicle. The other suspects fled on foot in different directions. The victim was unable to give a description of the suspect’s.

Three Males Shot in South Boston

Last night around 11:50pm, officers in District 6 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 10 Logan Way. On arrival officers located Boston EMS working on one of the victim’s inside the hallway on the floor landing suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The second victim was located on the second floor landing suffering from a gunshot wound to the back. The third victim was located at Brigham and Women’s Hospital suffering from a gunshot wound to the arm. Two victims were transported to Boston Medical Center in critical condition and are expected to survive.

Person Shot Outside Blue Wave at 335 Congress Street

This morning around 2:44am, officers in District 6 responded to Boston Medical Center on a report of a shooting victim. Officers located a victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim stated he observed an argument between unknown males and shortly thereafter shots were fired. The victim stated he was shot and was driven to the hospital. The victim is being treated for a non-life threatening gunshot wound.

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Officer Assaulted Trying to Break Up Bar Fight

Officers from District 4, yesterday about 12:49am, responded to a disturbance outside the “Vox Populi” restaurant located at 759 Boylston St. While there, officers’ presence was requested inside that location for another disturbance. Inside, officers observed a fight break out in which one individual struck another several times with a glass bottle. An officer quickly addressed this fight by restraining the assailant. The officer, while restraining the assailant with the bottle, was struck about the head by an unknown person. The suspect who started the fight, Nerman Zilic, 22, of Revere, was arrested and charged Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon. The assaulted officer suffered minor abrasions and swelling from this incident.

Robbery Victim Leads Officers to Suspect

Yesterday at approximately 8:20am, officers from District 5 responded to 3952 Washington St. in Roslindale for a man yelling. There, officers spoke to the man yelling who turned out to be the victim of a robbery. The victim reported that he was walking up Washington St. when he when the suspect approached him, attempted to grab his gold necklace off of his neck, breaking it but getting away only with the pendant. The suspect then fled inside the above-mentioned location. The victim followed the suspect and demanded his property at which point the suspect pulled out a knife and demanded that he leave. The victim waited on scene for officers to arrive and directed officers to the suspect. Suspect, Robert Nelson, 46, of Roslindale was arrested and charged with Unarmed Robbery and assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon.

Elderly Robbery Victim Foils Robbery Attempt

About 8:59pm yesterday, officers from District 1 responded to a radio call to assist New England Medical Center with a robbery suspect.
While en route, officers were advised that other responding units had an individual matching the suspect description stopped on Warrenton Street. On arrival, officers spoke to the 70 year old victim who reported that the suspect approached her near the Oak St./Tremont St. MBTA station, demanded her bag and grabbed it from her. The victim reported that she grabbed her handbag back from the suspect at which time he fled the scene. The victim successfully identified suspect, Robert Stern, 46, of Boston who was placed under arrest and charged with Attempted Unarmed Robbery. During the booking search, officers located several other items belonging to other individuals, and the suspect was charged accordingly. The victim was not hurt during this robbery attempt.

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The injuries sustained by both victims from the shooting on Dunmore Street appear to be non-life threatening.

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At about 8:03pm officers from District 2 responded to 12 Dunmore Street in Roxbury on a report of shots fired. On arrival the officers recovered ballistic evidence and located a trail of what appears to be blood. Minutes later the Boston Medical Center reported that two people entered the Emergency Room suffering from gunshot wounds. The conditions of the victims are not known at this time. Details will follow.

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On December 22, 2006 at approximately 6:05pm, officers from District 18 responded to 631 Cummins Highway in Roslindale on a report of a person shot. On arrival, officers located two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. One victim sustained a single gunshot wound to the chest. He was rushed to Boston Medical Center, where he died a short time later. The victim has been identified as 14-year-old Emmanuel Saintil of Mattapan.

The second victim was also transported to the Boston Medical Center Pediatric Unit, where he is being treated for a non-life threatening injury. No identifying information about this individual will be released.

This incident does not appear to be a random assault. Boston Police continue to actively investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding this shooting. At this time, the suspect is believed to have approached the victims on foot, shooting both individuals from a close proximity.

Boston Police Commissioner Edward Davis stated, “As with all homicides, our focus is to quickly obtain as much information related to this incident as possible. The accuracy and timeliness of intelligence is critical to the investigation.” Commissioner Davis added, “The significance of Emmanuel Saintil’s age is not lost on investigators. I wish to extend our sympathy to Emmanuel’s family for their difficult loss particularly during this time of year. The Boston Police Department shares the objective and desire with Emmanuel’s family to find the person responsible for this tragedy. I encourage anyone with information to contact the police.”

Boston Police detectives are asking any witnesses to come forward. In addition, homicide investigators are urging people that were in the area, or who may have been riding on an M.B.T.A. bus at the time of the shooting, and who may have information about a black male wearing a gold or yellow hooded jacket, to contact them at 617-343-4470 or by calling the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.

Callers may remain anonymous and identities will be protected.

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Suspect Arrested for Shooting on Horan Way

Yesterday officers in District 13 arrested Aaron James Terrell Boyd, 17, of Roxbury on a warrant out of Suffolk Superior Court for Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon (gun) and Assault with Intent to Murder. Boyd will be arraigned on Tuesday in Superior Court.
On June 15, 2006 at 11:15pm, officers in District 13 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 26 Horan Way. On arrival officers observed the victim, a 17 year-old black male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim was treated by Boston EMS and transported to an area hospital where he is being treated for a non-life threatening injuries.

Business Robbed at Knifepoint

Last night around 7:21pm, officers in District 11 responded to a radio call for an armed robbery at 110 Savin Hill Avenue. On arrival officers spoke with the victim, who stated a dark skin black male wearing a facemask carrying knife demanded money. The victim stated that the suspect demanded money while banging the knife on the counter. While the victim was emptying the cash draw the suspect took the draw out and fled down Sydney Street.

Person Shot in Dorchester

This morning around 2:13am, officers in District 3 responded to a radio call for shots fired at 150 Norwell Street. Prior to arrival officers were updated that a person was shot at 6 Millet Street. Officers located a black male suffering from a gunshot wound to the back. The victim stated he was walking on Harvard Street when an unknown person began shooting. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and treated for a non-life threatening injury.

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This evening at about 6:05pm, officers from District 18 responded to 631 Cummins Highway in Roslindale on a report of a person shot. On arrival the officers located two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Victim #1, a 14-year-old male, sustained a gunshot wound to the chest and was transported by Boston EMS to the Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced. The second victim was also transported to the Boston Medical Center Pediatric Unit where he is being treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Homicide Detectives are urging people that were in the area, or riding on an M.B.T.A. bus, at the time of the shooting, and have any information about a black male wearing a gold or yellow hooded jacket, to contact them at 617-343-4470 or remain anonymous by calling the Crime Stoppers tip line at 800-494-TIPS.

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The injuries sustained by one of the victims from the Cummins Highway double shooting appears to be life threatening. Police continue to investigate and urge anyone with information about this shooting to contact police.

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At about 6:05pm, officers from District 18 responded to 631 Cummins Highway on a report of a person shot. On arrival, officers located two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims have been transported to the Boston Medical Center and the Brigham and Women's Hospital to be treated for their injuries. Details on conditions will follow.

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Food Delivery Man Robbed in Dorchester

Last night at about 11:01pm, officers assigned to District 3 responded to a call for an armed robbery report. The 51-year-old victim reported to the officers while making a food delivery on Browning Avenue in Dorchester he was robbed at gunpoint. The three suspects approached the victim in the car and took his money, food and cell phone. The suspects fled the scene. The victim was not injured.

Aggressive Panhandlers Arrested in Back Bay

Officers from District 4 arrested three individuals between 11:00am and 9:00pm yesterday in Boston’s Back Bay for aggressive panhandling. Police arrested Zachary Lane, 48, of Boston, Algia Benjamin, 45, of Cambridge, and Joseph Hill, 37, of Boston. All three will be arraigned today in the Boston Municipal Court.

Doorman Assaulted on Union Street

A doorman from a club on Union Street in Downtown reported to police that a patron assaulted him yesterday morning at 1:00am. The victim stated he entered the men’s room and found a 30-year-old female inside. When he ordered her out, she questioned why he was in there. She then proceeded to assault the victim. Officers observed visible injuries on the victim, the suspect fled before she could be identified.

Two Injured After Suspect Throws Concrete Block Through Window

This morning at 1:15am, officers from District 1 responded to Congress and North Streets on a report of a fight. When the officers arrived they observed several people restraining Daniel Kenney, 23, of Dorchester on the ground. According to witnesses, Kenney threw a concrete block through a window at McFadden’s Saloon striking two people. Both victims were treated on scene by Boston EMS for minor injuries. Kenney will be arraigned in the Boston Municipal Court and charged with Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon and Willful and Malicious Destruction of Property.

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This past Saturday members of the Boston Police Mounted unit participated in the 95th Annual Christmas for Horses event, sponsored by the Animal Rescue League of Boston. As horses from the Boston Police, the Boston Park Rangers, and the MA State Police lined up in front of Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Santa Claus arrived by sleigh and began handing out special treats to the horses (no word if he brought anything for their riders). Afterwards, the horses remained on scene so that members of the public could to meet the horses and their riders, and take photos with the horses.

View a Photo Gallery of the event from the Animal Rescue League

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On December 5, 2006 at about 9:39pm, officers from District 11 responded to 91 Florida Street on a report of a person shot. On arrival, the officers located two people suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Myles J. Lawton, 62, of Dorchester was pronounced and the second victim was transported to a local hospital where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries.

As a result of investigation conducted by Boston Police homicide detectives, investigators identified Michael Collins as a homicide suspect and were granted an arrest warrant from Dorchester District Court on yesterday’s date charging Collins with the Murder of Myles J. Lawton.

The Boston Police Youth Violence Strike Force Warrant Apprehension Team and the United States Marshall’s Service have lead the apprehension efforts since the warrant was issued. Those efforts have resulted in the arrest of Michael Collins, 27, in the District of Columbia, by U. S. Marshall’s and the District of Columbia Metropolitan Police this morning. Collins will be arraigned in the District of Columbia, charged as being a Fugitive from Justice and returned to Boston at a future date. The D.C. Metropolitan Police continue to assist the Boston Police Homicide Detectives in the ongoing investigation. When Collins returns to Boston he will be charged with Murder, Assault with Intent to Murder, and Armed Robbery.

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

(See our Daily Incident summaries and earlier postings for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below)

Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 3

Street Robberies: 5
Commercial Robberies: 0
Other: 1 home invasion.

Vehicle thefts: 4. One arrest.
Vehicle recoveries. 9
Larceny from motor Vehicles (motor-vehicle breaks): 11.

Residential break-ins: 10. one arrest.
Commercial Break-ins: 3

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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Kidnapping Suspects Arrested with Firearm

Officers from District 11, yesterday around 10:50am, responded to a radio call for a person with a gun at 27 Oakley St. While en route, officers were given a description of the suspect and his vehicle.

On arrival, officers observed the described motor vehicle along with two occupants, one matching the suspect description. Both occupants were removed from the car. At that time, officers observed a firearm partially exposed under the front passenger seat. Both suspects were placed under arrest and transported to District 11. During an inventory search of the motor vehicle, officers recovered additional ammunition and two bags of marijuana.

Officers later spoke to the victim who reported that the suspects, while walking on Geneva St, approached him. Per victim, the suspect exited his car and threatened him over an outstanding debt. The suspect then told the victim to get in his car. The suspect drove to the victim’s house and ordered the victim to pay his debt. The victim reported that he entered his house, asked his neighbor to call the police, and fled out the back door. Suspect, Ernest E. Edwards, 24, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Possession of a Loaded Firearm, Armed Assault with Intent to Rob, Kidnapping, Possession of Class D and Operating a Motor Vehicle without Being Licensed.

Suspect, Jaida D. Cross, 19, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Possession of a Loaded Firearm, Assault with Intent to Rob, Kidnapping and Possession of Class D.

Multi-Agency Effort Nabs Suspect for Armed Robbery

About 5:54pm yesterday, officers from District 2 with the assistance of Boston Housing Police, Wentworth University Police, and Northeastern Police arrested suspect, Edwin N. Torres, 17, of Roxbury and charged him with Armed Robbery.

Officers from District 2 were dispatched to the intersection of Ruggles St. and Annunciation Rd. for armed robbery. While en route, BPD officers learned that a Housing officer was in pursuit of individuals, who matched the suspect descriptions. Officers also broadcasted the description to Wentworth University and Northeastern University Police. Based on that broadcast, the Northeastern Police located an individual matching one of the suspect’s descriptions in the rear of Ruggles MBTA station. A “pat frisk” was performed on that individual, and during the “pat frisk” officers located a replica silver and black firearm, holster, handcuffs, and a black Motorola radio. The victim subsequently positively identified the suspect.

The victim reported that he was walking to his car on Annunciation Rd. when one of three suspects grabbed him from behind and demanded money, while a second suspect displayed a firearm. Per victim, he took money from his pocket and handed it to a third suspect. The suspects then unsuccessfully attempted to take the victim’s laptop computer before fleeing the scene.

Officers located two other individuals believed to match the description of the two other suspects, but the victim was unable to positively identify them.

Giving Spirit Lands Three in Jail

Yesterday around 6:00pm, officers from District 6 responded to 7 Allstate Rd./Target to assist a detail officer. There, officers learned from Loss Prevention officers that an employee had been observed on close circuit television reducing merchandise price from the true value for two customers at her cash register. According to loss prevention officers, the cashier reduced a total actual cash value from over $250 to under $70 Suspects, Shantee Griffin, 18, and a 12 year old female juvenile from Dorchester and Latanya M. Stokes, 17, of Hyde Park were all arrested and charged with Larceny over $250.

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In what is becoming an annual tradition, the Boston Police Department installed a Giving Tree in the 4th floor hallway of Boston Police Headquarters.

From the story of the giving tree:

“Their stories are heartbreaking; there are children with physical and mental handicaps, several this year have cancer, and we were given the names of several homeless children/families. Many of these children have parents who are ill or suffering from addiction, most are single parent families. Some have little to eat and wear the same thread born clothes day after day. The names of these less fortunate children have been provided by the Youth Service Officers at every district. If you could find it in your heart to help provide an article of warm clothing for one of these children who are not so fortunate, it would be deeply appreciated.”

Hung on the tree were dozens of paper ornaments, each listing the name and clothing sizes of a child. Dept members were invited to take one of these tags from the tree, and replace it with a wrapped present for the child.

As the above photo shows, the tree was soon surrounded by presents. The photo was taken last week. By yesterday afternoon, there were even more presents. In this Globe photo, officers are shown stacking some of the many gifts that were left under the tree. The presents will be delivered before Christmas.

The giving tree was highlighted in an article in today’s Boston Globe:

"Youth service officers from the Boston Police Department prepared to deliver an estimated 500 donated gifts to needy children yesterday. Along with other department employees, they participated in the "Giving Tree" program by plucking paper ornaments describing a child's age, specific needs, and clothing size from a 10-foot-tall tree.

...Captain Genevieve King said the program, launched last year, is helped by community agencies such as the Boys and Girls Club of Boston. Community organizations and youth service officers work together to identify the city's most impoverished children.

Thank you to Annie Wilcox, the Bureau of Field Services, and the Youth Services Officers for another successful giving Tree, and to everyone who donated.

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The Boston Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a murder suspect.

On Tuesday December 5, 2006 at approximately 9:39pm, officers from District 11 responded to 91 Florida Ave. On arrival, officers observed two victims suffering from apparent gun shot wounds. One victim was pronounced at the scene and the second victim was transported to a local hospital, where he is being treated. The deceased victim has been identified as Myle