ARREST WARRANT ISSUED FOR SUSPECT IN CONNECTION WITH AUGUST HOMICIDE
Suspect in Custody in Maine on Unrelated Charges
Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel F. Conley and Boston Police Commissioner Edward Davis announce that an arrest warrant has been issued for the suspect responsible for the August homicide of 29 year old Erica Field in Mattapan.
On Tuesday, December 8, 2009, Suffolk prosecutors approved an arrest warrant sought by Boston Police homicide detectives charging Amos “Ace” Don, 23, of Boston with Murder in the August 25th shooting death of Erica Field, 29, of Lewiston, Maine.
As the result of an extensive investigation and community cooperation, detectives were able to identify Amos Don as the individual responsible for Ms. Field’s death. Don is currently incarcerated in Maine on charges unrelated to this shooting incident.
On Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at approximately 7:10pm, officers from Area B-3 (Mattapan) responded to a radio call for shots fired in the area of 105 Norwell Street in Dorchester. On arrival, officers located two individuals inside a motor vehicle suffering from gunshot wounds. One of the victims, Erica Field, was pronounced at the scene. The second victim, a male, was transported to the Boston Medical Center and treated for a non-life threatening injury. .
Investigators will now seek to rendite Amos to Massachusetts, where he faces a murder charge for Ms. Field’s shooting death and an additional count of armed assault with intent to murder for allegedly firing on a male victim who survived his injuries.
Lastly, Commissioner Davis and District Attorney Conley expressed their appreciation to members of the Lewiston Police Department for their assistance throughout the investigation.
BOSTON 24: A LOOK AT THE LAST 24 HOURS IN THE CITY OF BOSTON
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston from Monday, December 7, 2009 through 10am, Tuesday, December 8, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 0
Street Robberies: 8
Commercial Robberies: 1
Bank: 0
Other: 0
Vehicle Thefts: 5
Vehicle Recoveries: 3
Breaks: 27
Residential Break-ins: 7
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.
SUSPECT IDENTIFIED AND SOUGHT FOR MARCH TRIPLE HOMICIDE
December 7, 2009: Boston Police Commissioner Edward Davis and Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel F. Conley today announced the identification of a suspect in the homicides of two 20-year-old women and a 19-year-old man in Dorchester earlier this year.
Suffolk prosecutors approved and Boston Police detectives today obtained an arrest warrant charging KERON PIERRE (D.O.B. 11/26/85), formerly of Mattapan, with three counts of murder for the March 29 shooting deaths of 20-year-old Shacora Gaines of Brockton, 20-year-old Chantal Palmer of Brockton, and 19-year-old Anthony Peoples of Boston.
Pierre is believed to have fled the country and may be living in Trinidad.
Commissioner Davis stated, “3 young people died in our city due to senseless gun violence. I applaud the tenacious work by homicide investigators and prosecutors who will hold this perpetrator accountable.”
District Attorney Conley said, “Police and prosecutors will not rest in the pursuit of someone who would take three lives in cold blood. Now that we’ve identified him, we intend locate him, apprehend him, and bring him to justice.”
Boston Police alerted by the city’s ShotSpotter system responded to the area of 41 Mount Ida Rd. shortly after 4:00 a.m. on March 29. On arrival, they found in a white Nissan Gaines and Peoples, who were pronounced dead of their injuries at the scene, and Palmer, who was rushed to Boston Medical Center and died of her injuries there.
In the course of the nine months that followed, Boston Police homicide detectives and Suffolk prosecutors undertook an extensive investigation into the facts and circumstances of the three homicides. That investigation continues even today.
Investigators believe that Pierre and the victims spoke outside a party on Mt. Ida Road and that the conversation escalated into a verbal confrontation. That verbal altercation, investigators say, led Pierre to open fire on the victims as they sat in the car.
Davis and Conley said their respective agencies remain committed to arresting and trying him in Massachusetts. They urged anyone with information on the shooting or Pierre’s whereabouts to call the Boston Police Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-800-494-TIPS or text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463).
CRIME DATA – January 1st – December 6th, 2008 vs. 2009
Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period ofJanuary 1st – December 6th, 2008 vs. 2009.
View Data on YTD Part One Crimes
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DAILY INCIDENTS FOR MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2009
POLICE ARREST TWO FOR PROVIDING BOOZE TO MINORS
At about 1:30am, on Sunday, December 6, 2009, officers from Area B (Roxbury) responded to a radio call for a loud party in the area of 60 Hillside Street. On arrival, officers observed several people in front of the location drinking. Additionally, officers heard loud music emanating from the premise. Upon entering the premise, officers observed what appeared to be several college-aged kids drinking open containers of beer. Officers then sought out the owners or legal tenants of the apartment. Upon locating the legal tenants, officers informed them that they were being held responsible for holding a party in which alcohol was supplied and provided to underage party-goers.
As such, officers arrested and charged Mike Dodato, 20, of Boston and Ben Dancer, 21, of Boston with Being Keepers of Disorderly House and Providing Alcohol to Minors.
FAMILY MEMBER ARRESTED FOR STEALING LAP TOP COMPUTER
At about 6:47pm, Sunday, December 6, 2009, officers from Area E-18 (Hyde Park) responded to a radio call for a larceny in the area of 92 Greenfield Ave. On arrival, officers spoke to the victim who stated that a family member stole her lap top computer. When the victim confronted the family member, the family member readily admitted, “I stole it and sold it.” Upon speaking to the suspect, officers learned that the suspect had sold the computer for $200.00.
Officers arrested a 14 year-old male from Boston and charged him with Larceny.
BOSTON 24: WEEKEND UPDATE
A look at the last 72 hours in Boston from Friday, December 4, 2009 through 10am, Monday, December 7, 2009.
Homicides: 1
Non-fatal Shootings: 1
Non-fatal Stabbings: 3
Street Robberies: 9
Commercial Robberies: 3
Bank: 1
Other: 0
Vehicle Thefts: 19
Vehicle Recoveries: 10
Breaks: 55
Residential Break-ins: 10
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.
BPDNews.com 2009-12-06 11:55:33
DEATH INVESTIGTION
7 Vassar Street, Dorchester
On Saturday, December 5, 2009, at approximately 7:09pm, Boston Police Officers, assigned out of Area B-3, responded to 7 Vassar Street for a report of a found body.
Upon arrival, Officers entered apartment #2 and located a deceased female. It appeared the female sustained head trauma and was pronounced on-scene. At this time, the victim is only being described as a black female approximately 40 years of age.
The Boston Police Homicide Unit responded and secured the apartment pending the issuance of a search warrant. The investigation continues and several interviews are being conducted.
The Boston Police Homicide Unit is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact the BPD Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470.
Community members who wish to supply information in an anonymous manner may do so by calling CrimeStoppers at 1-800-494-TIPS. You may also text the word ‘tip’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department stringently protects the identity of those who wish to remain anonymous.
MEDIA AVAILABILITY/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
BOSTON POLICE RELIEF ASSOCIATION TO HOLD 138TH ANNUAL AWARDS BALL
WHO:Police Commissioner Edward F. Davis, Boston Police Command Staff, Boston Herald columnist Joe Fitzgerald (emcee), honored officers and their families.
WHAT: This yearly event is designed to honor and recognize those members of the department who, through dedication and devotion to duty, have exemplified what it means to be a member of the Boston Police Department. The awards ceremony will commence at 2:00pm and will be followed by dinner and entertainment.
WHERE: Lombardo’s, Route 28, Randolph, MA
WHEN: Sunday, December 6, 2009 @ 2:00pm
** NOTE : The media is encouraged to attend this ceremony and should do so between the hours of 2:00pm and 4:00pm.
MEDIA ADVISORY/PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
BOSTON POLICE RUNNER’S CLUB REMEMBERS THOSE WHO’VE MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON
WHAT: Tomorrow, Sunday, December 6, 2009, the Boston Police Runner’s Club, with help from New Balance, will be spreading holiday cheer to 130 young people (ages 1 to 18) at the Annual Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) Christmas Party. The 130 young people invited to this year’s party are all survivors of fallen law enforcement officers in New England. The party was created to honor, remember and appreciate not only the survivors, but also their loved ones who made the ultimate sacrifice.
WHO: 130 young people between the ages of 1 and 18, Boston Police Runner’s Club President Cecil Jones.
WHEN: Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 1:00 to 4:00pm
WHERE: Crowne Plaza – Boston North Shore
50 Ferncroft Road, Danvers, Massachusetts
Phone: (978)-777-2500
NOTE: Funds used to purchase the majority of this year’s gifts were raised during last year’s Boston’s Run to Remember. Boston’s Run to Remember is a non-profit fundraiser created by the Boston Police Department and the Boston Police Runner’s Club as a means to remember and honor our fallen heroes. This year’s race is scheduled for Sunday, May 30, 2010. For more information about this year’s run, please check out: bostonsruntoremember.com.
DAILY INCIDENTS FOR FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2009
POLICE ARREST TWO FOR SHOOTING INCIDENT IN ROXBURY
At about 9:33pm, on Wednesday, December 4, 2009, officers from Area B-2 (Roxbury) responded to a call for a person or persons shot in the area of 9 Albion Street. On arrival, officers observed and located a black male suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was treated for his injuries.
Officers promptly broadcast a description of a motor vehicle (a gray Nissan) seen leaving the scene of the crime. In short time, officers observed and stopped the motor vehicle in the area of Fuller Street and Dorchester Ave. While approaching the car, officers observed the passenger exit the car with a firearm in his hand. Officers quickly commanded the suspect to drop the weapon. After the suspect complied, officers took possession of the firearm and arrested Vincent Davis, 18, of Canton and charged him with Assault with Intent to Murder, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm & Ammunition and Discharge of a Firearm within 500 feet of a Dwelling.
In the interim, officers instructed the operator of the car to exit the vehicle. Once outside the car, officers arrested Jesse Deburgo, 18, of Boston and charged him with Operating without a License, Assault with Intent to Murder, Unlawful Possession of a Firearm & Ammunition and Discharge of a Firearm within 500 feet of a Dwelling.
FALLING ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL LANDS ONE IN CUSTODY FOR O-U-I
At about 3:27am, on Thursday, December 3, 2009, officers from Area D-4 (South End) were on patrol when they observed a motor vehicle, still running, parked awkwardly in the area of Stuart & and Berkeley Streets. Upon approaching the car, officers knocked on the window in an effort to get the operator’s attention, however, the operator did not respond. Upon opening the driver’s side door, officers promptly shut the car off and noted that the operator appeared to be passed out. Additionally, officers were able to detect an odor of alcohol inside the car. When the operator awoke, officers asked the suspect consent to a field sobriety test.
After the suspect failed the test, officers arrested Brett Boncem, 36, of Boston and charged him with Operating Under the Influence of Alcohol.
POLICE ARREST TWO BREAKING INTO CARS
At about 4:40am, on Friday, December 4, 2009, officers from Area C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a radio call for two black males attempting to gain entry or break into several parked cars in the area of Raven Street. While en route to the call, officers learned, via the police dispatcher, that one of the suspects was wearing a light-colored jacket and hat while the other was wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt. In short time, officers observed two individuals who matched the description of the suspects. Officers escorted both suspects back to the scene of the crime for identification purposes. Once on scene, witnesses were able to positively identify the suspects.
Officers arrested Jermole Auguste, 18, of Boston and Jermaine Auguste, 18, of Boston and charged both with Breaking & Entering Motor Motor Vehicles.