Save the Date! Mayor Menino Supports Drug Enforcement Agency’s Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-back Day
WHAT: The City of Boston will participate in the nationwide Prescription Drug Take-back Day. The event offers community members an anonymous, safe and environmentally-friendly solution to properly dispose of unused/expired prescriptions and over-the-counter drugs.
WHERE & WHEN: Saturday, April 28 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m at these locations:
Area A-1 (2 locations)
District A-15
20 Vine Street
Charlestown, MA 02129
North End Health Center
332 Hanover Street
North End, MA 02113
Area A-7
69 Paris St
East Boston, MA 02128
Area B-2
2400 Washington St
Roxbury, MA 02119
Area B-3
1165 Morton St
Mattapan, MA 02124
Area C-6
101 West Broadway
South Boston, MA 02127
Area C-11
Walgreens Pharmacy
757 Gallivan Boulevard
Dorchester, MA 02124
Area D-14
301 Washington St
Brighton, MA 02135
Area E-5
1708 Centre St
West Roxbury, MA 02132
Area E-13
3345 Washington St
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Area E-18
1249 Hyde Park Ave
Hyde Park, MA 02136
WHY: Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-back Day is a collaborative effort to ensure the proper disposal of expired or unused medication that has the potential to be abused or harmful to the environment. Many people are not aware that expired and unused medicines are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse, and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the United States are increasing at alarming rates and studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends. This program is to assist individuals in restricting access to harmful prescription narcotics and also provides an opportunity to safely dispose of these hazardous materials by keeping them out of the water supply. Too often individuals dispose of such medication by flushing and therefore potentially exposing them to the water supply
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A BPDNews Reader Helps Fugitive Unit Nab ‘Most Wanted’ Suspect and his Gun-toting Sidekick
A recent suspect featured on the BPDNews ‘Most Wanted’ page was nabbed within days of joining the list of fugitives featured weekly on BPD’s Most Wanted Monday. Last week the Crime Stoppers Unit received information from the community relative to the whereabouts of wanted suspect 22-year-old Juan Shanks. Shanks had two outstanding warrants out of Dorchester District Court for Assault and Battery on a Police Officer, Resisting Arrest, Threats to Commit Crime, Disorderly Conduct and Disturbing the Peace.
On April 19, 2012 at 7:05pm, officers began surveillance of the basketball courts in the area of 450 Old Colony Ave in South Boston. Officers soon observed Shanks in the area of the courts. Due to the nature of the warrants and Shanks’ violent history regarding arrest attempts, officers called for multiple units to assist. Officers soon observed Shanks approach a nearby vehicle and engage the individuals inside the car in conversation. Shanks then entered the vehicle with the other occupants.
At that time, the Fugitive Unit approached the vehicle in an attempt to place Shanks under arrest. For safety reasons, officers requested that all occupants show their hands. Shanks and another occupant refused. As the officers opened the vehicle door to take Shanks into custody a brief struggle ensued. As the same time another occupant stated to officers “he put it in my pocket, he put it in my pocket” as he motioned toward Shanks. Officers then conducted a pat frisk on the second occupant feeling a hard object immediately recognized by officers to be a firearm. Officers recovered a loaded semi-automatic weapon from the 23 year-old male suspect and placed him in custody for unlawful possession of a firearm, carrying a loaded firearm and unlawful possession of ammunition.
Shanks was also taken into custody on his outstanding warrant and subsequently removed from the BPD’s Most Wanted Monday list.
UPDATE: Death Investigation in the area of 871 River Street – Victim Identified
At about 8:51pm, on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, officers from Area E-18 (Hyde Park) responded to an outside scene for a person shot in the area of 871 River Street. On arrival, officers observed a 20 year-old black male suffering from what appeared to be multiple gunshot wounds. The victim, suffering from life threatening injuries, was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was later pronounced deceased. The victim has since been identified as Demitri Jones, 20, of Boston
The Boston Police Homicide Unit is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is asked to call Boston Police Homicide Detectives at (617) 343-4470.
Individuals wishing to assist this investigation in an anonymous manner can either call the CrimeStoppers 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 those who wish to help this investigation in an anonymous capacity.
Death Investigation in the area of 871 River Street
At about 8:51pm, on Wednesday, April 18, 2012, officers from Area E-18 (Hyde Park) responded to an outside scene for a person shot in the area of 871 River Street. On arrival, officers observed a 20 year-old black male suffering from what appeared to be multiple gunshot wounds. The victim, suffering from life threatening injuries, was transported to the Boston Medical Center where he was later pronounced deceased.
The Boston Police Homicide Unit is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is asked to call Boston Police Homicide Detectives at (617) 343-4470.
Individuals wishing to assist this investigation in an anonymous manner can either call the CrimeStoppers 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 those who wish to help this investigation in an anonymous capacity.
Community Alert: Boston Police Investigate a Fatal Hit & Run on Talbot Ave in Mattapan – Detectives Seeking Public Assistance
On Friday April 13, 2012, at approximately 1:25am, officers responded to a radio call for a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle at the corner of Talbot Ave and Wescott Street in Mattapan.
On arrival, officers observed emergency responders from Boston EMS and Boston Fire administering medical aid to the male victim. The 20 year old male victim was transported to Boston Medical Center where he was pronounced dead as a result of the injuries sustained.
The preliminary investigation indicates that the suspect vehicle is possibly a black or blue Mazda with damage to the passenger side mirror and possible damage to the passenger side front quarter panel. Witness observations indicate that the suspect vehicle was occupied by multiple individuals.
The Boston Police Homicide Unit and the Fatal Accident Reconstruction Team are investigating the facts and circumstances of this incident. Anyone with information about the suspect vehicle or its occupants is encouraged to contact detectives at 617-343-4470.
Community members who wish to provide anonymous information may contact the CrimeStoppers Unit at 1-800-494-TIPS or text the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department will stringently protect the identity of those who wish to remain anonymous.
Identification Wanted: District B-2 Detectives Seeking to Identify Individual in Connection with Recent Carjacking Incident (see pic)
Detectives from District-B-2 are looking to identify the individual pictured in a surveillance image captured in proximity to a recent car-jacking incident in Roxbury. Investigators are interested in contacting this individual who may potentially have information related to the crime.
On April 7, 2012 at 1:33pm, officers were dispatched to the area of Marcella Street and Washington Street for a report of a carjacking. Dispatch informed units that a grey 2003 Honda Odyssey was taken from the victim by a white male suspect. Upon arrival, officers contacted the victim, who stated that he was traveling inbound on Washington Street near Elmont Street when he observed a white male attempt to stop his vehicle. Investigators received information that the suspect described as white male, approx. mid 30′s, black curly hair, wearing a blue/white plaid shirt, approx. 6′ tall, 200+lbs, attempted to speak to the driver through the passenger side window and asked for money. The victim refused, at which point the suspect entered the passenger side door and entered the vehicle, which was now parked. The suspect then demanded the victim’s money and also grabbed his right arm. The victim said that he exited the running vehicle and started yelling for help.
The victim then observed the suspect exit the passenger’s side door and re-enter through the driver’s side door and flee the scene with the victim’s car by turning right onto MLK Blvd.
Officers searching the area for the vehicle located the stolen vehicle unattended in the area of Townsend and Walnut Ave.
The Boston Police Department is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident and are seeking to identify the individual pictured on the released surveillance image. Anyone with information is asked to call District B-2 detectives at (617) 343-4275.
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.
Attention College Students: Marathon Weekend Safety Message, Celebrating Responsibly and Safety Update
Dear Students,
I hope you are all anticipating the warmer weather and are looking forward to the end of another school year. On
behalf of the Boston Police Department I want to take this opportunity, as I often do, to offer several safety tips and
to give you some useful information for the upcoming holiday weekend, which will include the Boston Marathon and
all related activities beginning on Friday, April 13th.
One event that signals the start of spring in Boston is the Boston Marathon. Like any major public event there is
always great concern about your safety and the safety of those who come to Boston to run, watch and enjoy. Both
events present public safety challenges and we want to ensure that you are informed, that you are safe
and that you conduct yourself appropriately.
On marathon Monday there will be large crowds, restricted access and a large police presence along the marathon route starting in Audubon Circle and continuing through the Back Bay. There will be access restrictions on certain streets which may make getting around a bit more challenging. There will be a zero tolerance policy towards public drinking, open containers of alcohol and intoxication. Also, the Boston Police would like to remind you not to congregate on rooftops, fire escapes and porches. There have been several incidents in the past where overcrowding has resulted in tragedy. Your safety, and the safety of the public, is our primary concern.
Another concern is the incidents of house breaks and street robberies. Please make sure you secure your off campus housing units when you leave and lock the doors at all times. Certain areas of the city experience higher levels of house breaks due to students forgetting to lock doors and windows. Please take your electronic devices of value home with you, or lock them up, since these are often attractive targets. Do not walk and talk on your phone or walk with headphones on of any kind. Electronic devices such as iPods, iPhones and expensive headphones are the target of individuals who assault students and take these devices. Try and walk with a companion and in well-lit areas. Please remember to always be aware of your surroundings and should you be approached comply with the perpetrators request. Your life is always more valuable than your property. Should you be the victim of a crime go directly to the local BPD district station and make a report.
It is our hope that you enjoy the holiday weekend festivities and celebrate in a safe and responsible manner. Please keep in mind that you all play a role in our effort to ensure that the City of Boston is a shining example of good sportsmanship and pride.
Superintendent William B. Evans
Check out today’s Boston Herald story and video demonstration on BPD’s new 3-D ballistics technology!
Click here to read the whole story:
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Swerving Towards Officers Directing Traffic at an Accident Scene Lands One in Police Custody
At about 1:30am, on Thursday, April 5, 2012, officers from Area E-5 (West Roxbury) responded to a motor vehicle accident in the area of 3875 Washington Street. While directing traffic in and around the accident scene, officers observed a motor vehicle approaching the scene at a high rate of speed. As the car got closer to the scene, officers began waving at the operator in an effort to gain his attention so that they could instruct him to slow his approach. However, instead of slowing, the operator sped up. According to the officers, the operator appeared to be smiling when he intentionally swerved towards them which, consequently, forced them to jump out of the way of the oncoming vehicle. The suspect vehicle then attempted accelerate to away from the scene. After a brief pursuit, officers were able to stop the car. When officers instructed the suspect to turn his engine off, the suspect, instead, began fiddling with the knobs on his radio. Officers noted that the suspect appeared to be intoxicated given, not only for his decision to fiddle with radio knobs instead of the keys in his ignition, but his bloodshot eyes and an odor of alcohol emanating from his person.
Officers arrested Miguel Ortiz, 41, of Boston and charged him with Assault & Battery by Means of a Dangerous Weapon (motor vehicle), Failing to Stop for a Police Officer and Operating Under the Influence.
Missing Person Found: Isabelle Dessources Located
On Friday, April 6, 2012, Isabelle Dessources was located. On April 4, 2012, at approximately 6:00pm, officers received a report from a family member that 27 year-old Isabelle Dessources had gone missing earlier in the day. The family member reported that Isabelle had an appointment in the area of 4200 Washington Street in Roslindale and subsequently wandered away.Family members report that Isabelle suffers from medical complications and requires medication.