CRIME DATA – January 1st – October 25th, 2008 vs. 2009
Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period ofJanuary 1st – October 25th, 2008 vs. 2009.
View Data on YTD Part One Crimes
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THOSE BOOTS WERE MADE FOR WALKING….RIGHT TO JAIL!
On Sunday, October 25, 2009, at approximately 6:57pm, an officer conducting a detail at the South Bay Mall was flagged down by the manager of Famous Footwear for a shoplifter on the property.
The officer was informed that a male and female were observed in the woman’s section where the female removed her boots and tried on a pair of high heeled shoes. The male then walked away from her and she was observed placing her boots back on over the shoes.
The female then attempted to walk out of the store without paying for the shoes. She was stopped by store personnel and detained until the arrival of the BPD. Officers spoke with the female suspect and learned of her identity. A computer check showed she had several outstanding arrest warrants out of Waltham District Court. The male individual exited the store and could not be located.
Officers arrested Laura Beauparlant, 29, of Dorchester on the charges of Shoplifting and several outstanding arrest warrants.
PROSTITUTION STING LANDS TWO
On Saturday, October 24, 2004, Members of the Boston Police Department and FBI Boston Office were conducting “Operation Cross Country.” The purpose of this investigation is to locate and recover sexually exploited children as well as identifying and prosecuting their perpetrators.
At approximately 10:25pm, Officers acting in an undercover capacity phoned a number located on Craigslist that appeared to be an advertisement for prostitution. The undercover officer engaged in a conversation with a female who identified herself as Andrea. The female agreed to meet the undercover officer at a Boston Area hotel at approximately 11:30pm.
At approximately 11:30pm, officers conducting surveillance of the hotel’s parking lot observed a black Nissan Altima pull into the lot being operated by a white male. A black female then exited the vehicle and entered the hotel. The female then met with the undercover officer within the hotel and negotiated a price for sexual relations. The officer paid the female with a quantity of marked United States currency. The officer then informed the female that he could not go through with the act and asked her to leave. She complied and left the hotel with the marked money.
She entered the awaiting vehicle and they proceeded out of the area. A marked BPD cruiser then stopped the vehicle on Morrissey Boulevard.
Officers identified and arrested, Megan Edouard, 24, of Haverhill on the charges of Sex for a Fee. The operator of the vehicle was identified as John Doherty, 27, of Haverhill. He was arrested on the charges of Operating a Motor Vehicle after license revocation.
UPDATE: DEATH INVESTIGATION AT 598 HARVARD STREET IN MATTAPAN
At about 3:35pm, on Friday, October 16, 2009, officers from Area B-3 (Mattapan) responded to a radio call for person shot inside 598 Harvard Street. On arrival, officers located a black male suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced on the scene. The victim has since been identified as Carlos Romero Franco, 31, of Boston.
The Boston Police Department continues to actively investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470.
A search of the location enabled officers to locate and take possession of a Class A Drug (Heroin) with a street value estimated at close to a million dollars ($1,000,000.00). Additionally, officers located and seized a firearm and an undisclosed amount of cash.
Community members who wish to assist this investigation in an anonymous manner can either call the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1(800) 494-TIPS or text a ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department stringently protects the identity of all those who wish to remain anonymous.
COMMUNITY ALERT:
BOSTON POLICE INVESTIGATE REPORT OF SEXUAL ASSAULT IN THE FENWAY SECTION OF THE CITY
The Boston Police Department is investigating a report of a sexual assault on a female victim early this morning at about 12:30am, on Saturday, October 24, 2009 in the Fenway or Fens section of the city.
Investigators are asking anyone who may have been in the vicinity at the time or who may have any information on this matter to come forward. The department will increase patrols in the area and are asking community members to increase vigilance.
Incident Description:
At about 12:30am, on Saturday, October 24, 2009, officers from Area D-4 (South End) responded to a radio call related to a sexual assault that had taken place in the area of Agassiz Road in the Fens section of the city. Officers spoke to the victim who stated that she was walking home in the area of Agassiz Road when three males (1 Hispanic and 2 black) approached her. Victim says as she was walking by them, one of the suspects stepped in front of her and began talking to her. According the victim, as she attempted to ignore and get by them, one of the suspects knocked her to ground and dragged her into the brush. Once in the brush, the victim says the suspect, herein referred to a suspect #1, sexually assaulted her.
Suspect #1 is described as a white Hispanic male, early 20′s, about 5’8” wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt and dark jeans.
Suspect #2 is described as a black male in his early 20’s wearing a zipped up hoodie and dark jeans.
Suspect #3 is described as a black male in his early 20’s.
According to the victim, all three suspects were wearing backpacks. After the assault, the victim says all three suspects fled on foot in the direction of Park Drive.
The Boston Police Sexual Assault Unit is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone who may have seen or heard something or has information relevant to this incident is urged and encouraged to contact the Sexual Assault Unit at (617) 343-4400.
Community members who wish to provide information anonymously can do so by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS, or texting ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department stringently protects the identity of all individuals who wish to provide information anonymously.
TIPS FOR ENSURING PERSONAL SAFETY
• Always be aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
• When parking, walking or returning to your car, remain in well-lit and populated areas.
• Wear sneakers or shoes that allow for added mobility.
• Be watchful and aware. Keep your head up. Make quick eye contact with those around you and be observant of passing vehicles. Don’t become distracted by talking on a cell phone or listening to an iPod/similar device.
• Avoid walking alone late at night. Walk with friends and people you know.
• Keep a whistle within reach. If you feel threatened, use the whistle to signal residents that you need assistance. Yelling “Fire!” “Help!” and/or “Rape!” are ways of drawing attention and alerting people that you need help.
• Hold your car keys in your hand to use as a weapon against an attacker.
• Carry a cell phone.
• Call ahead to your destination to alert them that you’re on your way. Make sure they expect you at a certain time, so that in the event you fail to show up, they’ll know enough to begin looking for you.
• Walk with confidence. Be assertive. Don’t let anyone violate your space. Trust your instincts. Know this: anyone at anytime can be a victim of crime. Never assume, “IT WILL NEVER HAPPEN TO ME.”
• If an unarmed attacker confronts you, believe in your ability to scare, distract, or even incapacitate the attacker enough to escape.
• If you think that someone is following you, switch direction or cross the street. Walk toward an open store, restaurant or residence.
BOSTON 24: A LOOK AT THE LAST 24 HOURS IN THE CITY OF BOSTON
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston, from Thursday, October 22, 2009 through 10am, Friday, October 23, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 3
Street Robberies: 8
Commercial Robberies: 0
Bank: 1
Other: 1
Vehicle Thefts: 9
Vehicle Recoveries: 5
Breaks: 13
Residential Break-ins: 8
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.
DAILY INCIDENTS FOR FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2009
DETAIL OFFICER ASSISTS IN THE ARREST OF THREE SUSPECTS WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH THE ROBBERY OF A DEAF VICTIM
At about 12:12pm, on Thursday, October 22, 2009, officers from Area C-6 responded to a radio call for a robbery in progress in the area of Dorchester and Ward Streets. According to the caller, the victim, who was deaf, was chasing the suspects. On arrival, officers spoke to witnesses who say three black males approached the victim, grabbed her cell phone and took off in the direction of the McCormack Development.
An officer performing a paid detail in the area of the development observed the three suspects running in the direction of Kemp Street. The detail officer quickly broadcast the location of the suspects over the police radio. As a result of that information, officers were able to locate and stop the suspects. With the suspects detained, officers noted that the suspects appeared to be out of breath and sweaty. Additionally, while approaching the suspects, officers observed one of the suspects drop an item on the ground. Upon retrieving the item, officers noted that the item was a maroon-colored cell phone similar to the one stolen from the victim.
When the victim arrived on scene, in addition to identifying the phone as hers, she was also able to positively identify all three suspects.
Officers arrested Kevin Porter, 17, of Boston, Richie Williams, 17, of Boston and a 16 year-old male from Boston and charged all three with Unarmed Robbery.
*** CORRECTION: This incident took place on October 22, 2009, not, as previously written, May 21, 2009.
Community Alert
Boston Police Investigate Incidents of Vandalism Overnight in Jamaica Plain
Overview:
Last night (Thursday 10/22) between 8:30 pm and 7:30 am today (Friday 10/23) person(s) unknown vandalized the car windows of 13 motor vehicles. These incidents happened on Robeson, Olmstead and Glenside Avenue. All of the damage was done curbside. One vehicle had items stolen.
Contact Information:
The Boston Police is asking that the public contact 911 if they observe any suspicious vehicles or persons. The Boston Police Department is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding these incidents.Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact Detectives at Area E-13 (Jamaica Plain) at 617-343-5628.
Community members who wish to remain anonymous should either call the CrimeStoppers tip line at 1-800-494-TIPS (8477) or text the word TIP to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department will stringently protect the identity of those who wish to remain anonymous.
TODAY’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR:
HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM AREA E-5 IN WEST ROXBURY!!!!!!!!
WHO: Captain James Hasson, police officers from Area E-5; 1,000 trick-or-treaters.
WHAT: Area E-5 will host approximately 1,000 ghosts, goblins, princesses, fairies and other creative creatures for an evening of Halloween fun! The district has planned a number of activities, entertainment and family festivities.
Captain Hasson will also be available to provide Halloween Safety Tips.
WHERE: Area E-5 at 1708 Centre Street, West Roxbury
WHEN: Friday, October 23, 2009 from 5:00PM- 8:00PM
TODAY’S COMMUNITY CALENDAR:
HAPPY HALLOWEEN FROM AREA A-7 IN EAST BOSTON!!!!!!!!!!!
PLEASE SEE THE FLYER ENCLOSED BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT TODAY’S BIG BASH.
