SEARCH WARRANT LEADS TO ARREST

At approximately 10:56pm last night, officers from Area D-14 (Allston/Brighton) arrived at 201 Kelton Street to execute a search warrant. The officers were allowed into the apartment by the suspect, who was then questioned about his involvement with a woman known to the Boston Police for her involvement with prostitution. Officers asked about their relationship, to which he replied that he “was a trick of her’s” and had met her through an advertisement in the newspaper. The suspect went on to say that he has allowed her to use his apartment on at least six different occasions to entertain her customers and she paid him $20 on each occasion.

Norman Dempsey, 56, of Brighton was arrested for Allowing Premises to Be Used for Immoral Purposes and Support From a Prostitute’s Earnings.

OPERATION COMMON CURE ARRESTS FOUR

In a series of early-morning “buy-busts,” officers in Operation Common Cure successfully arrested four on drug charges in the Boston Common. Common Cure is an operation conducted by the Drug Control Unit and officers from Area A-1 (Downtown Boston). This is an ongoing and aggressive operation utilizing undercover officers, and has been devised to combat drug activity in the area. Its formation is in direct response to complaints from the community concerning the illegal activities taking place in and around the Boston Common.

Between approximately 5:45am and 6:30am, the following individuals were arrested: Yohan Marquez, 30, of Boston for Possession Class B With Intent to Distribute, Possession Class B With Intent to Distribute Within 1,000 Feet of School Zone, and Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws, Gerald Hamilton, 47, of Boston for Distribution of Class B, Distribution of Class B Within 1,000 Feet of School Zone, Possession Class B With Intent to Distribute, and Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws, Shawn Peete, 37, of Charlestown for Distribution of Class B, Distribution of Class B Within 1,000 Feet of School Zone, and Conspiracy to Violate Drug Laws, and Brian O’Neal, 38, of Dorchester for Distribution of Class B Drugs and Distribution of Class B Within 1,000 Feet of School Zone.

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A look at the last 24 hours in Boston, from Thursday, August 30, 2007 through 10am, Friday, August 31, 2007 (See recent Daily Incident summaries and earlier postings for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below).

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

Residential Break-ins: 14
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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Atia Perreira D.O.B 12/27/1990 currently missing . Atia is 5’11, 165lbs slim build brown hair, brown eyes. Currently a Chins warrant in effect.

Any information please contact:

Sgt Det Kelley O’Connell- Family Justice Div-Human Trafficking Unit-617-343-5783
Contact Operations for cell phone
Det Lisa Holmes- Family Justice Division- 617-343-6405/pager 617-343-7615

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Boston Police seek assistance in locating 65 year-old Sadie Owens who was last seen at 405 River Street, Mattapan. She is described as a black female, 5’7” tall, thin build, short hair with gray in the front and salt & pepper all around. She was wearing a black t-shirt, dark blue jeans with large cuffs on the bottom and black flat shoes. She also has a bump on her forehead.

She is known to frequent the Lenox, Cathedral and Huntington Avenue areas and coffee shops or McDonalds.

If you come upon her or know her whereabouts, please call 911

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The Boston Police Department would like to extend our most heartfelt sympathy to the families and loved ones of two of Boston’s bravest, Paul Cahill and Warren Payne. We would also like to send our thoughts and prayers to those firefighters who were injured in last night’s tragedy. We applaud the courageous and selfless rescue efforts of all the emergency personnel who responded to the scene. This terrible tragedy sadly underscores the immense danger that our public safety personnel face every day. Let us take this opportunity to acknowledge their remarkable bravery and sacrifice.

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A look at the last 24 hours in Boston, from Wednesday, August 29, 2007 through 10am, Thursday, August 30, 2007 (See recent 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: 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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A look at the last 24 hours in Boston, from Tuesday, August 28, 2007 through 10am, Wednesday, August 29, 2007 (See recent 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: 3

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.

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LEAVING THE SCENE NEVER A SMART THING TO DO

At about 2:35am, on Tuesday, August 28, 2007, officers from Area D-4 (South End) responded to a radio call for a hit and run accident at the intersection of Dartmouth and Stuart Streets. On arrival, officers observed a motor vehicle that appeared to have crashed into the corner of a building. Officers then spoke to the victim who stated that a car struck her car and forced her off the road. Officers then broadcast a description of the suspect’s vehicle over Channel 5 of the police radio. A nearby detail officer spotted and stopped the car. Officers then brought the suspect back to the scene of the accident where the victim was able to provide a positive identification. Officers then arrested Farris Jaber, 19, of Waltham and charged him with Leaving the Scene of an Accident (Personal Injury).

NEVER TOO LATE TO MAKE A PINCH

At about 9:40pm, on Thursday, May 24, 2007, officers from Area D-4 (South End) responded to a radio call for a larceny in progress at 147 Massachusetts Avenue. On arrival, officers spoke to the victim who stated that an unidentified black male, wearing a red Hawaiian shirt, exited a motor vehicle, approached her and then took her purse. The suspect then jumped back inside the car and fled.

Approximately, four months later, on Tuesday, August 28, 2007, the same victim from the above incident called police to report that the man who robbed her on May 24, 2007, was standing in front of the Store 24 on Massachusetts Avenue. Officers responded and located an individual matching the description provided by the victim. After being positively identified by the victim, the suspect, Jerome Spencer, 39, of Boston, was arrested and charged with Unarmed Robbery (Purse Snatching).

KNIFE POSSESSING TRESPASSER ARRESTED IN SOUTHIE

At about 5:15pm, on Tuesday, August 28, 2007, officers from Area C-6 (South Boston) observed two individuals milling around the area of Linskey-Barry Court. This area has been the source of numerous complaints attributed to trespassing, loud noise and public drinking. As such, officers approached the two individuals. While speaking to one of the individuals, officers asked if he lived in the development. To which, the suspect replied, “No, I do not.” When officers conducted a search of the suspect, officers discovered a knife with a blade longer than 2 ½” in length. Officers then arrested Joseph O’Reilly, 18, of South Boston and charged him with the Possession of a Dangerous Weapon (Knife) and Trespassing.

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Today, August 28, 2007, at approximately 9:22am, officers from District 18 responded to a call for an armed robbery in progress at 3720 Washington in Jamaica Plain, Forest hills Check Cashing.

On arrival officers spoke to three victims of the robbery. The first victim reported to officers that the first suspect #1 (black male, 25-30 years old, medium to light complexion, about 6’3”, heavy build about 250 lbs, wearing a black and white baseball cap, metal framed glasses, black t-shirt, and Timberland jeans) walked into the store while the victim was working alone in the store. According to the victim, the suspect was asking a series of questions about making a transaction when another teller returned to the store. As the second teller entered the security code to enter the cashier counter area, the suspect grabbed the door, pulled it open and pointed a firearm at both tellers and threatened them. The suspect then entered the cashier counter area and forced both victims into a bathroom, and took one of their cell phones. The first suspect then opened the door and let in another suspect #2 (black male, dark complexion, groomed beard, 28-33 years old, about 5’7”, medium build, wearing a black t-shirt with white letters, and off-white colored shorts). The suspect then pointed the firearm at the victims and demanded that they open the safe. One of the victims opened the safe and the suspects removed an undetermined amount of cash from the safe. While the suspects were removing the money from the safe, another employee entered and was also taken to the bathroom at gunpoint after his cell phone was taken.

The suspects then fled the store in an unknown direction. It should be noted that the suspects locked the victims in the bathroom prior to leaving

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Two Suspects Arrested After Drug Deal

Around 5:30pm officers from District A-7 (East Boston) were patrolling the Wood Island train station area when two suspicious individuals were observed, apparently waiting for someone. A few minutes later, the two men entered a vehicle that had just pulled up. Officers observed money being exchanged and believed a drug transaction had just taken place. The vehicle containing all three suspects proceeded to travel from its location on Bennington Street to Westbrook Street, where the initial two suspects were dropped off.

Officers broadcasted the direction of the vehicle to other drug unit members and proceeded to stop the two men, now walking down the street. While one suspect was immediately complaint, the other continued to walk away and stated, “You ain’t no cop.” He then reached into his pocket and removed a plastic bag and placed into his mouth. In a nearby trashcan, he attempted to dispose of another bag, which later was discovered to contain approximately twenty hypodermic needles.

Officers recovered narcotics believed to be heroin from both suspects and arrested Christopher Winfield, 22, of Wakefield for Possession of Class A and Being in Company of a Person in Possession of Heroin. The second suspect will be summonsed to East Boston Court for similar charges.

Meanwhile, officers were able to locate the aforementioned vehicle in a Burger King parking lot on Saratoga Street. When officers approached, a different passenger was exiting the vehicle. Upon identifying himself as a police officer to the driver, the suspect abruptly reserved the car, striking the officer, and continued out of the lot at a high rate of speed. The suspect was driving on the wrong side of the road before he ditched his car and proceeded to flee on foot.

Officers eventually apprehended and arrested Roy Febo, 23, of Revere for Distribution of Class A Within 1,000 feet of a School Zone, Assault and Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon on a Police Officer, Failure to Stop for a Police Officer, and Leaving the Scene after Personal Injury.

Citation Issued for Misuse of Handicap Placard

Last night around 6:29pm, officers from District C-6 (South Boston) responded to assist a detail officer at 7 Allstate Road. The officer stated that he observed a female park her vehicle in a handicap parking space in front of Target, exit the motor vehicle, and run into the store. When the operator returned to the vehicle the officer asked for her disabled persons placard so that he could confirm that it was assigned to her. Upon further investigation it was determined that the placard was assigned to her father. The operator stated that her father was in the Home Depot shopping. The officer informed the operator that she was misusing the placard. The officer seized the placard and issued the operator a parking violation for parking in a handicapped parking space and misusing a disabled person placard.

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A look at the last 24 hours in Boston, from Monday, August 27, 2007 through 10am, Tuesday, August 28, 2007 (See recent 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: 1

Residential Break-ins: 13
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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Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - August 26th, 2006 vs. 2007.

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About 1:27am on Sunday August 26, 2007, officers from District 13 responded to 3 Glen Road in Jamaica Plain for a breaking and entering in progress. There, officers learned that the individual had gained entry into one of the apartments. Officers after learning that the individual had entered the apartment discovered that the occupants of the apartment were on the fire escape hiding in fear. As officers were trying to enter the apartment they heard yelling from inside the apartment and shortly thereafter saw the individual jump from the window.

The individual was transported to Beth Israel Hospital by ambulance where he later succumbed to his injuries. The victim’s identification will not be released at this time pending family notifications.

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Search Warrant Executed at 20 Leicester Street

Since April 2005, detectives from District D-14 have been conducting an on-going investigation of unlawful massage and prostitution businesses in Allston/Brighton. Detectives have executed over forty search warrants and have made over one hundred arrests of individuals who have been involved in unlawful/unlicensed massage and prostitution businesses.

On August 21, 2007 an undercover officer answered a posting on craigslist, which read “Gorgeous Mistress available to meet submissive men”.

On August 23, 2007 at approximately 2:30pm the undercover officer placed a telephone call and spoke to an unknown female and asked her if she was "Mistress Gorgeous" at which time she replied “Yes, how can I help you?” The undercover officer informed “Mistress Gorgeous” that he had been conversing with her by email and the undercover officer gave “Mistress Gorgeous” his name. “Mistress Gorgeous” then told the under cover officer that she lived in an apartment building and it is at 20 Leicester Street in Brighton.

“Mistress Gorgeous” then asked the undercover officer “How long do you want, you know my rates” at which time the undercover officer told “Mistress Gorgeous” that he could “only stay for the half hour”. “Mistress Gorgeous” then quoted the undercover officer a price of $175.00.

On August 24, 2007 at 9:18pm, detectives executed a search warrant for 20 Leicester Street. Officers knocked on the door and announced “Boston Police Search Warrant”, within a few seconds a male voice inside the apartment stated just a minute and seconds later the apartment door was opened.

27-year-old Kara Rogers, and 29-year-old Jacob Rogers, both of Brighton were both arrested and charged with Sexual Conduct for a Fee, Allowing a Premise to be used for Immoral Purposes.

Two Arrested After Taking An Estimated $100,000 worth in Jewelry

Yesterday at 1:24pm, officers from District D-4 responded to a radio call for a robbery at 138 St. James Street. On arrival, officers were met by the head of security at the Copley Plaza Hotel, who stated that there was a wedding there last night. Security further stated that the people staying in that room were in charge of all of the wedding gifts and the gifts are missing. Officers spoke with occupants of the room, who stated that at 10:00am, the bellhop came up to take their luggage. When he attempted to take the bag containing the wedding gifts they told him to leave it because it contained jewelry. Then they left for breakfast and returned around 12:20pm. They stated they found the maid in the room and the property missing.

After a lengthy investigation, officers were able to recover the stolen property. Ramatu Deen, 27, of Boston and Ailina Fernandes, 30, of Quincy were both arrested and charged with Larceny Over $250 and Buying, Receiving or Concealing Stolen Goods.

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A look at the last 96 hours in Boston, from Friday, August 24, 2007 through 10am, Monday, August 27, 2007 (See recent Daily Incident summaries and earlier postings for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below).

Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 9
Non-fatal Stabbings: 13

Residential Break-ins: 27
Commercial Break-ins: 5

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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Officers located a second victim, a male suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was transported to Mass General Hospital for treatment. Both victim's injuries are said to be non-life threatening.

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At 10:06pm, officers from District A-1 responded to a radio call for a person shot at Mt. Vernon Street. On arrival, officers located a female victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the foot. The victim was transported to Mass General Hospital for treatment.

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Numerous Firearms Removed from the Streets by BPD Officers

Youth Violence Task Force Recovers Another Firearm

Around 6:40pm on Saturday, August 25, 2007, officers from the Youth Violence task Force (Gang Unit) were on patrol in the area of Blue Hill Ave. and Charlotte St. when their attention was drawn to an individual standing at the corner of that location.

Officers were initially alerted to that individual due to his actions. The subject of officers’ attention on observing officers abruptly turned and started walking in the opposite direction. Officers continued to monitor this individual by following him and as they did so observed him tugging at his waist, one of the indicators of an armed gunmen. The subject was stopped and a “pat frisk” conducted where he was found to be in possession of a loaded firearm in the same waistband that he had been observed tugging.

Suspect, a 16 year old juvenile from Mattapan was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Carrying a Loaded Firearm, and Possession of a Firearm with Obliterated serial Number.

Vigilant Officer Stops Potential Fight/Shooting and Recovers a Firearm

At approximately 6:30pm, yesterday officers from B-2 working along the Caribbean Festival parade route observed two individuals squared off as if ready to fight. The officers, after making note of the two individuals ready to fight, noticed one holding his t-shirt and holding his waistband, a common area to place firearms.

Based on the circumstances, officers believed this suspect was armed and ready to make use of a firearm. Officers, in light of this belief, rushed the suspect to prevent him from making use of the potential firearm. As officers attempted to restrain the suspect, he threw a firearm up in the air. Officers were able to place the suspect in custody, and recover a loaded firearm. Suspect, Dejahn J. Harrison, 19, of Dorchester was placed under arrest and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, and Carrying a Loaded Firearm.

Marijuana Leads To Firearm Recovery

This morning at around 2:01am, officers from District B-3 responded to the area of Angell St. for shots fired. As officers proceeded down Angell St. they observed group of individuals sitting on the front steps of 46 Angell Street.

Officers approached this group and immediately detected a strong odor of burnt marijuana. Officers asked the group whether or not they had heard any shots in the area and were quickly pointed down the street. After being pointed down the street, officers next asked the group about the smell of burnt marijuana. The group was evasive and began to move around the front steps once asked about the marijuana. Officers conducted a pat frisk of one of the individuals on the steps and recovered a plastic bag containing marijuana. A pat frisk was conducted on one of the other individual’s handbag, and officers immediately recognized the shape the shape and texture of an item in the bag to be a firearm. Two individuals were arrested. Suspect, Donte Henley, 17, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Possession of Class D, while suspect, Jania Leary, 19, of Roslindale was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, Unlawful Possession of a Loaded Firearm.

Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested by Virtue of Multi-District Unit

On Saturday, August 25, 2007, around 9:39pm officers from District 2 responded to 176 Seaver St. for a person stabbed. There, officers met with EMS who was treating the victim who was suffering stab wounds to the chest and back area. Officers learned from witnesses that the suspect was arguing with the suspect when the suspect pulled a knife from his pocket and stabbed the victim numerous times. After speaking to the witnesses, officers were able to ascertain the suspect’s identity and broadcast his description along with his possible location. Based on the description, and location broadcast, officers from District E-18 observed and stopped the suspect in the area of Lexington St. in Hyde Park. Suspect, Anthony G. Fernandes, 18, of Dorchester was arrested and charged with Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon, and Assault with Intent to Murder.

The victim was transported to Brigham and Women’s Hospital where he is listed in serious but stable condition.

Speeding Driver Assaults Victims with Knife

This morning at approximately 1:14am, officers from District 6 arrested suspect, Thomas Grealish, 19, of Braintree and charged him with Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon.

Officer initially responded to 235 Gold St. for a person with a knife. On arrival, officers spoke to the victims of an assault. The victims reported to officers that they were standing in front of their house when they observed a motor vehicle operated by the suspect being operated at a high rate of speed. The victims stated that they yelled to the suspect to slow down, when the suspect threatened them stating that he would be back later with his friends to care of them. The victim stated that the victim then exited his motor vehicle and approached them with a knife in a threatening manner putting them in fear for their safety. The victim reported that he told the suspect that he wanted no trouble at which point the suspect walked back to his car. Officers were able to locate the victim in place under arrest and seize the knife with which he assaulted the victims.

B&E Suspect Jumps Out of Four Story Building

About 1:27am this morning, officers from District 13 responded to 3 Glen Road in Jamaica Plain for a breaking and entering in progress. There, officers learned that the suspect had gained entry into one of the apartments. Officers after learning that the suspect had entered the apartment discovered that the occupants of the apartment were on the fire escape hiding in fear. As officers were trying to enter the apartment they heard yelling from inside the apartment and shortly thereafter saw the suspect jump from the window.

The suspect was transported to Beth Israel Hospital by ambulance with life threatening injuries.

Four Shooting Victims Self-Apply to Boston Medical Center

At approximately 4:51am today, officers from District 11 responded to the area of Levant St. for shots fired. There, officers were unable to locate any victims. Officers subsequently responded to Boston Medical Center where four victims had self-applied from shooting injuries. Three of the victims were determined to have non-life threatening injuries and one was deemed to in critical condition.

Officers did learn and report to 7 Delano Street the incident location. The facts and circumstances of these shootings are currently under investigation.

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This morning at 1:28am, officers from District B-2 responded to a radio call for a person shot at 31 Brunswick Street. On arrival, officers located 19 year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound to the back. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and is in serious condition. Further investigation revealed that an Alliance Security Guard discharged his firearm, after allegedly being fired upon by an unknown suspect who fled scene and was not apprehended. At this time the Boston Police Firearm Discharge Investigation Team is investigating this incident and will provide more details as they become available.

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Yesterday morning around 9:09am, officers from District B-2 responded to a radio call for a breaking and entering in progress at 71 Pontiac Street.

Officers were actively patrolling the Mission Hill Area due to approximately ten breaking and entering incidents that have taken place. The suspect was described as a black male, slim build 5’-6” to 5’-7” about 18 years old and armed with a knife.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated that he observed a young black male in his apartment who pulled a knife out and stated “I am taking you stuff”. The victim stated he went into another room, locked the door and called the police. The victim stated he waited about two minutes and looked out of the room to see that the suspect had left. The victim stated the suspect ran down Pontiac Street towards Tremont Street and described him as a young black male about 5’-6” wearing a multicolored brim hat.

Officers searched the area of Tremont Street and observed a black male with a multicolored brim hat running out of the parking lot of 1492 Tremont Street. Officers exited their cruiser to stop the suspect who proceeded to run across Tremont Street and run down a path between Mission Hill Park and the Tobin School. The suspect ran across Smith Street and through a small playground between Smith Street and Horadan Way. Officers located the suspect hiding in the bushed in front of 34 Horadan Way.

The victim positively identified the suspect. Decosta Turner, 17, of Roxbury was arrested and charged with Assault by means of a Dangerous Weapon, Armed Assault in a Dwelling, Home Invasion and Breaking and Entering of a Dwelling House.

The victim stated that his playstation 3 had been taken. While canvassing the area for the playstation 3 officers were informed that a black male put a black bag in a shed at 1492 Tremont Street. Officers recovered a playstation 3, headphones, playstatation controller, and a video game.

Detectives believe that the suspect is responsible for other breaking and entering in the Mission Hill Area.

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Suspect Arrested After robbery

Last night at 9:38pm, officers from District C-11 responded to a radio call for a robbery at 420 Washington Street. Officers were informed that the suspect a black male wearing plaid shorts, a black puffy vest and a black hat fled through the park towards Claybourne Street after stealing a cell phone from the victim. Officers were on Geneva Avenue at Vinson Street when they observed a black male running down the street removing a black puffy vest wearing plaid shorts. Upon seeing the officers the suspect attempted to flee into 503 Geneva Avenue. Officers stopped the male on the front porch as he attempted to enter the front door. Officers observed the suspect holding a cell phone in his left hand.

The victim stated she was walking on Washington Street when she observed a black male wearing a black puffy vest walking near her. The victim stated she stopped near the park because it was well-lit area. The victim stated that the male approached her from behind with his hands in his pocket as if he had a weapon and grabbed her phone off her belt and took of running.

The victim positively identified the suspect. Derrick Williams, 20, of Boston was arrested and charged with Armed Robbery. Officers did recover the victim cell phone and a knife from the suspect.

Person shot In The South End

Early this morning at 12:59am, officers from District D-4 responded to a radio call for a person shot at the intersection of Mystic Avenue and Washington Street. On arrival, officers located a male victim bleeding from an apparent gunshot wound to the face. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and treated for his injuries.

Suspect Arrested After Robbery and Assault

This morning at about 1:11am, officers from District D-4 responded to a radio all for a robbery in progress at Park Drive and Queensberry Street. The two suspects were described as a white female wearing white Capri pants, a black top and a black female wearing a white top robbed the victim and assaulted her before fleeing.

On arrival, officers observed the victim sitting on the ground holding her head with visible redness, swelling and bruising. The first victim stated she was outside the second victims building when two suspects approached and grabbed her purse. The first victim further stated that one of the suspects hit her in the head with a hard object possible a bottle while yelling, “Give me your bag”. The suspect then took from second victim her key chain and fled towards the Exxon Gas Station at Boylston Street and Park Drive.

A search of the area for the suspect was conducted with the victim. Upon approaching the Exxon Station the victim stated, “That’s her” and officers observed three white females and two while males around a parked vehicle. Officers approached the group and asked what they were doing in the lot and they stated that they had a flat tire and have been waiting for AAA. The victim positively identified the suspect. Shivonne Hyde, 17, of Worcester was arrested and charged with Armed Robbery and Assault and Battery by means of a Dangerous Weapon. The second suspect was not located.

The victim was treated at the scene by Boston EMS. Officers did recover the second victim’s key chain minus the keys and ID.

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A look at the last 24 hours in Boston, from Thursday, August 23, 2007 through 10am, Friday, August 24, 2007 (See recent 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: 1

Residential Break-ins: 9
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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STOLEN CHECK LEADS TO ARREST IN ROXBURY

At about 12:15pm, on Thursday, on August 23, 2007, walking beat officers from Area B-2 (Roxbury) were responded to a call for a person attempting to pass a bad check at the Citizens Bank at 2343 Washington Street. On arrival, officers spoke to bank officials who stated that an individual was attempting to cash a stolen check. According to bank employees, the check in question had been reported stolen a few days previous. Officers then arrested Rafael Negron, 29, of Roxbury and charged him with Uttering False Papers.

DRUG AND GUN ARREST MADE IN DORCHESTER

At about 2:39pm, on Thursday, August 23, 2007, plain clothes officers from Area B-3 (Mattapan) were patrolling in the area Erie and Glenway Streets when they observed a large group of males hanging out. As officers approached, a few members of the group began to quickly walk away. Officers observed two individuals walk down a driveway near 41 Michigan Avenue. A sign on the front of the building clearly read, ”No Trespassing.” As a result of the sign, officers asked both individuals if they lived at the address. Both individuals stated, “No.” While speaking to the suspects, officers noticed that both suspects appeared to be very nervous. Officers then asked the suspects if they had any weapons. To which one of the suspects stated, “No, but I have a bag of weed in my sock.” Officers then arrested Jonathon Cruz, 19, of Dorchester and charged him Possession of Class D Drugs (Marijuana). Officers then searched the immediate area and recovered a firearm near where the suspects were standing. Officers arrested Bernard White, 20, of Dorchester and charged him with the Unlawful Possession of a Firearm & Ammunition.

MAN ARRESTED FOR BREAKING & ENTERING IN THE BACK BAY

At about 3:08am, on Friday, August 24, 2007, officers from Area D-4 (South End) responded to a radio call for a Breaking & Entering at 341 Commonwealth Avenue. On arrival, officers spoke to a witness who stated that he observed a white male attempting to break into his apartment building. According to the witness, the suspect broke a window in his effort to gain entry into the building. The witness described the suspect as a white male in his 20’s, wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans. A short time later, officers were able to locate an individual fitting the description provided by the witness. When officers approached the suspect, officers observed that the suspect was walking with a female. When officers asked about the female, the suspect said the female was his girlfriend. However, when officers asked the female to confirm this information, the female stated, “I’ve never seen this man before .. he just started walking with me.” Officers then arrested Matthew Sugg, 20, of Wellfleet and charged him Breaking & Entering and Trespassing.

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A look at the last 24 hours in Boston, from Wednesday, August 22, 2007 through 10am, Thursday, August 23, 2007 (See recent Daily Incident summaries and earlier postings for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below).

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

Residential Break-ins: 6
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.

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Police Activities League to Donate $300,000 to Boston Youth Programming

WHO: Mayor Thomas M. Menino, Police Commissioner Edward F. Davis, Superintendent Dan Linskey, Deputy Superintendent Paul Fitzgerald, Sergeant Michael O’Connor, CEO of PAL Gerald M. Ridge, and PAL board members.

WHAT: The Boston Police Activities League (PAL) is pleased to present the City of Boston with a check for $300,000 to be utilized for the enrichment of activities and programming for Boston youth. This past summer, the City experienced great success with the creation of Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! (Recreational Opportunities for City Kids), which focused programming in Boston Police Department-led youth activities, extended hours of operation in Boston Centers for Youth and Families’ priority sites, and provided a six-day per week drop-in program in ten City parks. As the fall approaches, PAL funding will expand these components presently in place, thus ensuring continued safe, after-school activities.

WHERE: Parkman House
50 Chestnut Street
Boston, MA 02108

WHEN: Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 12:00 noon

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MAN WITH KNIFE ARRESTED IN EAST BOSTON

At about 8:25pm, on Wednesday, August 22, 2007, officers from Area A-7 (East Boston) responded to a radio call for a person with a knife on Meridian Street. On arrival, officers spoke to the victim who stated he was threatened by a man with a knife. The victim then provided officers with a description of the suspect. A short time later, officers located an individual fitting the description provided by the victim. As officers were talking to the suspect, the suspect stated, “I know what this is about .. (but) the guy came at us.” Officers then arrested Otto Vasquez, 21, of East Boston and charged him with Assault By Means of a Dangerous Weapon (Knife). As officers were in the process of arresting the aforementioned suspect, another individual, a friend of the suspect, lunged at officers and yelled, “Leave him alone.” Officers then arrested a 16 year-old male from East Boston and charged him Disorderly Conduct.

OUT OF CONTROL MOTORIST ARRESTED IN DORCHESTER

At about 7:05pm, on Wednesday, August 22, 2007, officers from Area C-11 (Dorchester) observed a motor vehicle fail to stop for a stop sign at the intersection of Bowdoin and Adams Streets. As a result, officers activated their emergency equipment (lights & sirens) and stopped the motor vehicle. When the motor vehicle came to a stop, the operator of the motor vehicle jumped out of his car and began yelling and screaming into his cell phone. For the safety of all involved, officers instructed the operator to return to his vehicle. The operator jumped in and, then, jumped out of his motor vehicle. In doing so, the operator threw his license and registration on the roof of his car. Again, officers instructed the operator to return to his vehicle. Instead, the individual continued to yell and scream while walking in and out of traffic. Officers arrested Peter Rivera, 27, of Dorchester and charged him with Disorderly Conduct. Once in custody, officers searched the suspect and discovered two knives. As a result, officers also charged the suspect with the Unlawful Carrying of a Dangerous Weapon.

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A look at the last 24 hours in Boston, from Tuesday, August 21, 2007 through 10am, Wednesday, August 22, 2007 (See recent 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: 2

Street Robberies: 3
Commercial Robberies: 0
Bank: 1
Other: 2

Vehicle Thefts: 3
Vehicle Recoveries: 3
Vehicle Breaks: 12

Residential Break-ins: 12
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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TWO ARRESTED AFTER ATTEMPTED B&E

Yesterday afternoon at 3:11pm, officers responded to 46 Westland Avenue for reports of a Breaking and Entering in progress. A description of the suspects was broadcasted as two males, one with short dreadlocks and a white hat. On arrival, officers requested backup to the rear of the building as they proceeded to enter the residence. As they came up the stairs onto the fourth floor landing, the officers observed two males fitting the description given by the police dispatcher and immediately commanded the suspects to put their hands up.

As the officers attempted to handcuff the suspects, one became uncooperative and attempted to flee. As he ran down the stairs, he proceeded to drag the arresting officer with him. The suspect broke free and fled the building out of the rear door. A foot pursuit began through the neighborhood of St. Stephens Street and Gainsborough Street, finally ending at 52 Gainsborough Street. The suspect continued to resist arrest, but officers were able to subdue and eventually handcuff him.

Meanwhile, back in the hallway of the apartment building, officers placed the other suspect under arrest as well. A witness who had observed the men in the act positively identified both suspects. A search of the suspects produced a screwdriver and crowbar, both of which were placed into evidence.

Juan Torres, 27, was arrested for Breaking and Entering during the Day of a Dwelling/House and Possession of Burglarious Tools. Carlos Torres, 31, was arrested for Assault and Battery on a Police Officer, Resisting Arrest, Breaking and Entering during the Day of a Dwelling/House and Possession of Burglarious Tools. Both men are from Roxbury.

PERSON SHOT ON CHENEY STREET

About 6:15pm last night, officers responded to a radio call for a person shot on Cheney Street in Roxbury. On arrival, officers located a victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the calf. The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center and treated there for his injuries.

A second victim was located on Nazing Street. The victim told officers that an unknown and armed assailant robbed him of his gold chain. He stated that during a struggle with the suspect, he was struck across the head with the suspect’s firearm. The suspect fled the scene with the firearm in an unknown direction. The second victim was then transported to the hospital as well. Police did recover ballistic evidence as well as a firearm.

Boston Police are actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is strongly urged and encouraged to call or text the CrimeStoppers Tip Line. Fight crime 100% anonymously. For yourself. For your neighborhood. Text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463) or call 1-800-494-TIPS.

SUSPECT ARRESTED AFTER STABBING

Last night at 11:26pm, officers responded to a radio call for a person stabbed on Hansborough Street in Dorchester. On arrival, officers observed a victim suffering from stab wounds and being treated by EMS. He told officers that the man who stabbed him lives down the street and had fled to his residence after the attack.

Officers then attempted to gain entry to the residence but to no avail. The Boston Fire Department was radioed for assistance in gaining entry to the building. Firefighters forcibly gained entry to the residence and allowed officers to enter. The suspect was apprehended inside of the dwelling and placed under arrest.

The victim was transported to Boston Medical Center via EMS for non-life threatening wounds to the leg and chest. The victim told officers he and the suspect were engaged in a verbal argument when the suspect brandished a knife. Arrested for Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon was Richard Almond, 43, of Dorchester.

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Today Mayor Thomas Menino and Police Commissioner Ed Davis are pleased to announce the expansion of the highly successful “Safe Street Team” initiative. The expansion of the walking beat program is the latest community policing effort focused on a proactive and preventative crime reduction strategy. Effective immediately nine new ‘Safe Street Teams’ will be deployed in areas experiencing violent crime and disorder.

Currently three teams, which are comprised of six officers, have been deployed for six months in areas including Downtown, Grove Hall and Bowdoin and Geneva. A Boston Police Sergeant directs each team and their walking beat covers several city blocks. These teams have been hugely successful in deterring crime in their assigned area and making important and meaningful connections with residents.

Mayor Menino stated, “The expansion of this program is an important strategy to decrease the crime rate and improve police-community relations. I support the Police Commissioner’s commitment to community policing and am proud of the work performance and dedication demonstrated by our officers every day.”

In addition to the existing three teams, nine new Safe Street Teams will cover the following geographic areas: Eagle Hill (A-7/ East Boston), two teams in Codman Square (B-3 Mattapan/Dorchester), Morton Ave and Blue Hill Avenue (B-3 Mattapan/Dorchester), Egleston Square (E-13/ Jamaica Plain), Blue Hill/Talbot Ave/Franklin Field (B-3/ Mattapan/Dorchester), Lenox/1850 Washington (D-4/ South End), Dudley/Orchard Park (B-2/Roxbury) and an additional team will be added to Downtown Crossing/Boston Common/Theater District (A-1/Downtown).

The identified locations are data-driven decisions. Working closely with the intelligence unit and district commanders, geographic areas were chosen based upon concerns related to violent crime over periods of time. Placing walking beats in these areas lead officers to develop a sense of ownership, engage strategic problem-solving, sustained presence and guardianship. In addition, officers walking beats develop other competent guardians, such as local businesses owners and community members, who assist in enforcing safety standards.

Safe Street Teams allow officers to have sustained, meaningful contact with business owners and families and provide a valuable opportunity to address quality of life issues effecting local residents. The Sergeants for each team will have the ability to determine whether their team each night will walk the beat or use bicycles. Each ‘Safe Street Team’ is considered a long-term assignment.

Police Commissioner Davis stated, “Mayor Menino and I are committed to implementing strategies that reinforce our dedication to community policing. I am confident that this initiative is an effective way for Boston Police officers to continue to strengthen ties with our communities, address quality of life issues and deter crime. Commissioner Davis added, “Walking beats get police officers out of cruisers and back into the neighborhoods. They allow officers to meet residents, speak with them, hear their concerns and develop a consensus on behavior for a neighborhood.”

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Gun Arrest in Dorchester

At about 8:55pm, members of the Youth Violence Strike Force while on patrol in the Mountain Avenue area on numerous occasions have observed several individuals drinking in front of 11 Mountain Avenue. Once again officers observed several individuals on the porch of 11 Mountain Avenue. As officers approached the front of the address, they observed a male run inside the front hallway. The suspect attempted to gain entry into the front door of the residence but was unable to gain access. Officers observed the suspect attempt to hide against a wall in the front hallway. As officers approached the front hallway, he observed the suspect throw an object into the corner of the hallway behind the front door. Officers peered around the door and observed a firearm on the ground. Aaron Sullivan, 26, of South Boston was arrested and charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of a Loaded Firearm and Unlawful Possession of Ammunition.

Suspect Arrested After Breaking and Entering

Last night at 9:58pm, officers from District D-4 responded to a radio call for a breaking and entering at 527 Tremont Street. On arrival, officers spoke with the caller who stated he heard a loud noise and observed the suspect exiting the office space of the building. The called stated he asked the suspect what he was doing and the suspect turned and fled. The employee kitchen appeared to have been ransacked and all the cabinet doors were open. An alarm had gone off from the door entering the building from the garage. Paul Ashman, 38, of Saugus was arrested and charged with Breaking and Entering. Officers were able to recover two radios and a CD recorder from the suspect.

Three Firearms Recovered During Traffic Stop

This morning at 12:17am, officers from District A-7 were on patrol observed a motor vehicle drive threw a stop sign at the corner of Maverick Street and Paris Street. Officers performed a traffic stop at 136 Meridian Street. While approaching the vehicle officers observed all three passenger’s moving around in the motor vehicle. Officers immediately smelled a strong odor of marijuana emanating from the motor vehicle. Officers asked the operator is there were any drugs or weapons in the car and he stated “No you can search it if you want”. Officers sat all three occupants on the curb to conduct a search of the vehicle. Officers checked the front passenger seat and observed a firearm. A second firearm was observed to sticking out from under the driver’s seat.

Three 17-year-old Chelsea residents were arrested. Alex Johnson, Francis Diaz and Jonathan Carvalho was charged with Unlawful Possession of a Firearm, Unlawful Possession of Ammunition, and Possession of Class B. Officers recovered three firearms and 32 small plastic bags of crack cocaine.

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MAYOR MENINO AND COMMISSIONER DAVIS TO ANNOUNCE COMMUNITY POLICING INITIATIVE

WHO: Mayor Thomas M. Menino, Police Commissioner Edward Davis, Codman Square Health Center and community member Cynthia Loesch, BPD Command Staff and department members and clergy members

WHAT: Mayor Menino and Commissioner Davis will announce details surrounding a community policing initiative.

The event set up will include the presence of many officers and community members. The CrimeStoppers Unit along with “McGruff the Crime Dog” will also be present.

WHERE: Codman Commons in Codman Square
Corner of Talbot Ave. and Washington Street in Dorchester

WHEN: Tuesday August 21, 2007 at 5:00 pm

NOTE: *** Media parking is available on Center St. directly in front of the former Latin Academy School. Please direct your TV trucks to that area.

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A look at the last 24 hours in Boston, from Monday, August 20, 2007 through 10am, Tuesday, August 21, 2007 (See recent Daily Incident summaries and earlier postings for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below).

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

Residential Break-ins: 16
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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Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period of January 1st - August 19th, 2006 vs. 2007.

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

View Data on YTD Shootings (PDF - Download Adobe Reader)

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

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

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SHOOTING INCIDENT AT WESTVIEW AND STRATTON STREET
At about 2:21am, on Monday, August 20, 2007, officers from Area B-3 (Mattapan/North Dorchester) responded to a call for shots fired in the area of Westview and Stratton Streets. On arrival, officers observed four black males fleeing the area. Officers immediately stopped all four individuals. As officers were speaking to them, officers observed that one of the individuals was suffering from a gunshot wound. That individual, a 21 year-old black male, was rushed to Boston Medical Center where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries. The remaining three individuals were questioned and released. Area B-3 Detectives will further investigate this incident.

MAN WITH A GUN ARRESTED IN ROXBURY
At about 6:13pm, on Sunday, August 20, 2007, officers from Area B-2 (Roxbury) responded to a radio call for a man with a gun threatening employees at the New England Baptist Hospital at 125 Parker Hill Avenue. On arrival, officers spoke to the victim who stated that the suspect, Ronald Harper, approached her. According to the victim, she and the suspect were known to one another. The victim told officers that the suspect appeared to be drunk and was belligerent. While the victim and the suspect were exchanging words, a co-worker stepped in and asked the victim if everything was okay. At this point, the suspect turned towards this individual, lifted his shirt, revealing a gun, and was confrontational. The suspect then fled the hospital in a white motor vehicle. Officers soon located and stopped that motor vehicle at the intersection of Eustis and Albany Streets. Officers arrested Ronald Harper, 51, of Arlington, and charged him with Assault By Means of a Dangerous Weapon (Gun). During a search of the suspect’s motor vehicle, officers located and recovered a silver handgun under the front passenger’s seat.

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A look at the last 72 hours in Boston, from Friday, August 17, 2007 through 10am, Monday, August 20, 2007 (See recent Daily Incident summaries and earlier postings for more detailed descriptions of some of the incidents identified below).

Homicides: 1
Non-fatal Shootings: 9
Non-fatal Stabbings: 1

Residential Break-ins: 30
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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