Community Alert: Boston Police Investigate Robbery Scam in Dorchester
At about 6:31pm on Thursday, March 21, 2013 officers from District 11(Dorchester) responded to a robbery at 83 Huron Circle.
On arrival officers spoke with an 84 year old male victim who stated at 5:20pm an unknown white male wearing a black or blue baseball cap, blue wind breaker and blue jeans, rang the doorbell posing as a Water Utility Employee. The victim opened the door and was instructed to run the water in the kitchen. The victim complied and while occupied in the kitchen area, a second male, (no further description) went upstairs into the bedrooms and removed approximately $1000. USC dollars and several piece of jewelry. A 71 year old female witness on scene reported the two suspects then fled in a blue utility vehicle (possible KIA model).
The Boston Police Department is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding both of these incidents. Anyone with information is encouraged to call District C-11 detectives at (617) 343-4335.
Community members wanting to help this investigation anonymously can either call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1(800) 494-TIPS or text the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department will stringently guard and protect the identities of all those who wish to help this investigation in an anonymous manner.
Schools Closed Tomorrow in Boston: Tuesday, March 19, 2013
National Weather Service has warned that tomorrow morning’s commute will be extremely difficult. With that forecast in mind, Mayor Thomas M. Menino today met with his Snow Team and Interim Superintendent of Schools John P. McDonough and the decision has been made to close schools tomorrow, Tuesday, March 19, 2013.
The latest forecasts indicate that Boston could see 8 inches of snowfall with the expectation for freezing rain, ice, and sleet throughout the morning’s commute. Residents and commuters should expect very slow traffic as the City’s plowing operations continue throughout Tuesday morning. For commuters coming into Boston tomorrow, public transportation will be the best route. The Mayor and his team will continue to monitor the latest weather reports.
All Boston Centers for Youth and Families sites will be OPEN tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. All children over age 6 are welcome, but youth under 12 years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at drop-off to complete a short written form.
Boston Public Works crews are prepared for the storm. They will pre-treat the roads before the snow starts and will work throughout tonight and into tomorrow. The department will have 396 pieces of equipment on hand for the overnight.
Residents with weather-related questions or concerns should call the Mayor’s 24-Hour Hotline at 617-635-4500, or contact us via Twitter using @NotifyBoston. Residents should also visit www.cityofboston.gov/snow for latest updates and to submit requests and find information online.
Mayor Menino also reminds residents of the following:
• Do not throw snow back into the street. “Throwbacks” force the city to remove snow from the same street twice.
• Shovel out fire hydrants, catch basins and pedestrian ramps close to your home.
• Property owners are reminded to shovel snow from sidewalks that abut their homes and businesses and any handicapped ramps close to your homes or business.
• Do not double-park.
• Please check on elderly neighbors and others in need.
• For additional snow and cold weather safety tips, please visit www.cityofboston.gov/snow
St. Patrick’s Day History: JFK and his wife, Jackie, marching in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in South Boston
Marching in the St. Patty’s Day Parade
Boston Police Investigating Two Separate Stabbing Incidents on District C-11 in Dorchester
The Boston Police Department is investigating two separate stabbing incidents which occurred during the evening hours of Saturday, March 16, 2013:
• At about 9:30pm, on Saturday, March 16, 2013, officers from District C- 11 (Dorchester) responded to a call for a person stabbed in the area of Dorchester Avenue and Dracut Street. On arrival, officers observed a male victim, 19 years of age, suffering from what appeared to be multiple stab wounds. The victim stated that he was attacked by two Asian males. According to the victim, one of the suspects was wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt while the second suspect was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt. The victim further states that his military honorable discharge papers were taken during the robbery. The victim, suffering from non-life threatening injuries, was transported to the Boston Medical Center for further treatment.
• At about 10:20pm, on Saturday, March 16, 2013, officers from District C- 11 (Dorchester) responded to a second stabbing in the area of 1944 Dorchester Avenue near the Ashmont MBTA Station. On arrival, officers observed a male victim suffering from what appeared to be multiple stab wounds. The victim was unable to provide a description of his attacker. The victim, suffering non-life threatening injuries, was transported to the Boston Medical Center for further treatment.
The Boston Police Department is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding both of these incidents. Anyone with information is encouraged to call District C-11 detectives at (617) 343-4335.
Community members wanting to help this investigation anonymously can either call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1(800) 494-TIPS or text the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department will stringently guard and protect the identities of all those who wish to help this investigation in an anonymous manner.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade Steps Off Tomorrow!!!
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!!!
To report a loud party, call the Boston Police Loud Party Line at (617) 343.5500.
For a map of the parade – courtesy of boston.com – click on the enclosed link:
http://www.boston.com/yourtown/boston/southboston/parade_map
UPDATE: Boston Police Arrest Suspect in Connection with the Homicide in the Area of 11 Windsor Street
As the result of information received and interviews conducted during the course of an active investigation, detectives were able to identify the suspect responsible for the fatal shooting. The evidence received enabled Homicide detectives to identify and arrest Jose Carrasquillo, 24, of Dorchester. Carrasquillo, was charged with murder and expected to be arraigned in Roxbury Court today.
The circumstances related to the incident are as follow:
At about 10:55am, on Saturday, December 15, 2012, officers from District D-4 (South End) responded to an outside scene for a person shot in the area of 11 Windsor Street in Roxbury. On arrival, officers located a male victim suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot wound. The victim, suffering from a life threatening injury, was pronounced deceased at the scene. The victim was previously identified as Orlando Guerrero, 42, of Boston.
The Boston Police Department is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is asked to call Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470.
Community members wishing to assist this investigation anonymously can do so by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1(800) 494-TIPS or texting the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department will stringently guard and protect the identities of those who wish to remain anonymous.
‘Look Both Ways before Crossing the Street’ Pedestrian Accident in Dorchester
At about 12:19am on March 10, 2013 officers from District 11 (Dorchester) responded to motor vehicle accident involving three pedestrians in the area of 934 Dorchester Avenue
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Upon arrival officers spoke with a female operator who stated she was driving in the area of 934 Dorchester Avenue when three individuals came out from between a van and jeep into traffic. The operator further stated she never saw the three individuals until it was too late and she couldn’t stop or avoid the accident. Officers spoke with a witness on scene who reported the same account.
Victim #1, female, 32 and victim #2, female, 28, were both transported to Boston Medical Center for non-life threatening injuries and victim #3, a male, 29, was transported to the Brigham and Women’s Hospital also for non-life threatening injuries.
There were no Mass. Citations issued.
Police Investigating Shooting Leaving One Dead and One in Critical Condition in Dorchester
At about 6:34 PM, Saturday March 9, 2013, officers from district C-11(Dorchester) and district B-2 (Roxbury) responded to a radio call for a person shot in the area of Columbia Road between Washington Street and Hancock Street, Dorchester.
Officers were advised the victim was operating a grey Toyota Corolla. On arrival, officers and EMS found the motor vehicle on Columbia Road at Hancock Street. Officers found two male victims in the motor vehicle both suffering apparent gunshot wounds. One of the victims was pronounced deceased on the scene. The other male victim was transported to Boston Medical Center for further treatment.
The Boston Police Homicide Unit continues to actively investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Homicide Unit at (617) 343.4470.
Community members wanting to help this investigation anonymously can either call the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 1(800) 494-TIPS or text the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department will stringently guard and protect the identities of all those who wish to help this investigation in an anonymous manner.
Motor Vehicle Stuck in a Sink Hole in the Codman Square Area
At about 2:30 PM, Saturday, March 9, 2013, officers from district C-11(Dorchester) responded to a radio call for a motor vehicle accident in the area of 570 Washington Street, Dorchester. The 911 caller stated that a car was stuck in a big hole in the middle of the street. Fire and EMS responded.
On arrival, officers observed a motor vehicle in the middle of the street stuck in a sink hole approximately three feet in diameter and three feet deep. The victim stated she was traveling southbound on Washington Street when her motor vehicle came to a sudden stop. The victim complained of neck and back pain and was transported to Carney Hospital. The motor vehicle was towed out of the hole. Officers closed the roads leading into the area until the hole was filled in by City of Boston Public Works .
Safety Message for Students During Spring Break
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Spring break brings the opportunity for students to get away but it can also provide opportunity for would be thieves.
The Boston Police Department reminds students to secure their off campus housing units before leaving for ANY length, or extended period, of time. Check all the locks on doors and windows. Ask neighbors to watch the area around your home. Electronic devices are valuable and attractive to thieves, safeguard laptops, game systems, iPods and iPads. take them with you if at all possible. Do not let mail collect in mailboxes or on porches. Keep your apartment from being targeted, leave a light on a timer.
And finally, when you are at home, pay close attention to who’s coming and going from your multi-family dwelling or apartment building. Be sure anyone you do let into the building has a legitimate purpose for their visit.
The Boston Police encourages you to take a few extra minutes to do a simple security check before you leave your unit, it could help prevent you from becoming a victim.