DAMAGED TRUCK LANDS TWO IN JAIL FOR VANDALISM
At about 2:26pm, on Sunday, November 29, 2009, officers from Area C-6 (South Boston) responded to a radio call for a vandalism report in the area of E 5th St & M Streets. On arrival, officers spoke to witnesses who stated that [...]
A look at the last 72 hours in Boston from Friday, November 27, 2009 through 10am, Monday, November 30, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 5
Street Robberies: 7
Commercial Robberies: 1
Bank: 0
Other: 0
Vehicle Thefts: 10
Vehicle Recoveries: 18
Breaks: 45
Residential Break-ins: 17
Commercial Break-ins: 2
Note: [...]
On Saturday, November 28, 20009, officers from Area A-1 (Downtown) and members of the Area A Neighborhood Drug Unit conducted Operation Common Cure, a police initiative designed to address and remedy various quality of life concerns (emphasizing drug-related activities) adversely effecting the areas in and around the Boston Common [...]
POLICE ARREST ONE AND SEIZE A GUN IN ROXBURY
At about 11:53pm, on Saturday, November 28, 2009, officers from Area E-13 (Jamaica Plain) responded to a radio call for a fight between two males in the area of 12 Bickford Street. On arrival, officers observed an individual sprinting from the [...]
LESS THAN NEIGHBORLY BEHAVIOR
At about 9:25pm, on Friday, November 27, 2009, officers from Area D-4 (South End) responded to a radio call for an assault & battery in progress in the area of 27 Braddock Park. On arrival, officers spoke to the victim who stated, upon returning home, he [...]
At about 1:30pm, on Wednesday, November 25, 2009, members of the Boston Police Fugitive Apprehension Unit located and arrested shooting suspect, Sterling Fusi, 23, of Boston. Fusi was wanted in connection with a shooting incident that took place at 2 Centre Street Terrace in June of 2009. Fusi has [...]
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston from Tuesday, November 24, 2009 through 10am, Wednesday, November 25, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 0
Street Robberies: 11
Commercial Robberies: 0
Bank: 1
Other: 2
Vehicle Thefts: 5
Vehicle Recoveries: 3
Breaks: 18
Residential Break-ins: 5
Commercial Break-ins: 6
Note: [...]
Violent crime down in Boston
Steady decline since ’06 credited to police work, neighborhood groups
By Maria Cramer, Globe Staff | November 25, 2009
Violent crime has dipped dramatically in Boston, with homicides on a pace to decrease by 20 percent by year’s end - an encouraging trend that law enforcement [...]
Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period ofJanuary 1st - November 22nd, 2008 vs. 2009.
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[...]Police Commissioner Ed Davis recently received the following email from a local resident:
Commissioner Davis:
I’d like to let you know about a recent success in coordination between the Captains of E-13 and B-2 that has had an immediate impact on our quality of life here in the Parkside area [...]
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!
Boston Police Officers Lend a Helping Hand to Families In Need
WHO: Community Service Officers from Area E-5 (West Roxbury) and numerous volunteers.
WHAT: Area E-5 Captain James Hasson and officers from the E-5 Community Service Office are participating in this year’s turkey giveaway. Community [...]
A look at the last 72 hours in Boston from Friday, November 20, 2009 through 10am, Monday, November 23, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 4
Non-fatal Stabbings: 5
Street Robberies: 19
Commercial Robberies: 5
Bank: 1
Other: 2
Vehicle Thefts: 9
Vehicle Recoveries: 8
Breaks: 42
Residential Break-ins: 19
Commercial Break-ins: 6
Note: [...]
POLICE ARREST ONE FOR BAD BEHAVIOR IN CLEVELAND CIRCLE
At 5:50pm, on Saturday, November 21, 2009, officers performing a paid detail in the area of Cleveland Circle observed an individual leaning forward against a wall in front of 1931 Beacon Street (Mary Ann's Bar). Concerned for the individual's well being, [...]
What: South Boston officers from Area C-6 (South Boston) are asking for you, its community members, to help out by providing can goods to go along with the 60 turkies they are providing for local needy families.
Where: Boston Police Area C-6
101 W. Broadway
[...]
Area E Officers Work In Conjunction to Catch Two B&E M/V Thieves
BPD Offers Prevention Tips for Motor Vehicle Break-ins
On Friday, November 20, 2009, at approximately 4:45am, Boston Police Officers assigned out of Area E-18 (Hyde Park), received a radio call for a larceny in progress on Wyvern Street. [...]
Man Arrested for Robbing Elderly Person Exiting A.T.M
On Wednesday, November 18, 2009, Boston Police Officers, assigned out of Area D-4 (Back Bay), responded to 221 Massachusetts Avenue (Bank of America ATM) for a report of a robbery in progress.
Upon arrival, Officers spoke with the 73 year-old victim who stated [...]
Today Fox 25's Bob Ward interviewed Commissioner Davis. The topic of discussion was Boston's falling crime rate and the department's ongoing efforts to build strong community connections and reduce gang activity.
[...]Lettuce Thief Attempts to Rob Woman While Being Pursued
On Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at approximately 4:47pm, Boston Police Officers, assigned out of Area D-4 (Back Bay), responded to the Shaws Supermarket located at 53 Huntington Avenue for a report of an attempted robbery.
A loss prevention officer observed a [...]
At about 7:27pm, on Tuesday, November 17, 2009, officers from Area E-13 (Jamaica Plain) responded to a radio call for an unknown disturbance in the area of 1890 Columbus Ave (the Walgreens parking lot). While en route to the scene, officers learned that a man had entered the victim’s [...]
Investigators Appeal to the Community for Information
The Boston Police Department is investigating a shooting incident which occurred last evening in the gymnasium of the John Marshall School in Dorchester.
On November 17, 2009 at approximately 6:52pm, officers responded to 35 Westville Street (Marshall School) for a report of a [...]
This morning the Boston Police Fugitive and Apprehension Unit arrested a shooting suspect, who is responsible for a recent shooting incident in Dorchester which took place on November 2, 2009. Officers apprehended 19 year old Corey Robertson of Dorchester on charges of Assault with Intent to Murder, Assault and [...]
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston from Tuesday, November 17, 2009 through 10am, Wednesday, November 18, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 1
Non-fatal Stabbings: 2
Street Robberies: 9
Commercial Robberies: 1
Bank: 0
Other: 0
Vehicle Thefts: 2
Vehicle Recoveries: 4
Breaks: 11
Residential Break-ins: 12
Commercial Break-ins: 2
Note: [...]
On Monday, November 16, 2009, at about 5:41pm, officers from Area C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a radio call for a person shot in the area of Bowdoin and Norton Streets. On arrival, officers were directed towards a red motor vehicle. Upon approaching and looking inside the car, officers observed [...]
POLICE ARREST UNARMED ROBBER IN JAMAICA PLAIN
At about 3:20pm, on Monday, November 16, 2009, officers from Area E-13 (Jamaica Plain) responded to a radio call for an assault & battery in the area of 57 Horan Way. On arrival, officers spoke to the victim who stated that she was [...]
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston from Monday, November 16, 2009 through 10am, Tuesday, November 17, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 2
Non-fatal Stabbings: 3
Street Robberies: 6
Commercial Robberies: 0
Bank: 0
Other: 2
Vehicle Thefts: 6
Vehicle Recoveries: 9
Breaks: 19
Residential Break-ins: 13
Commercial Break-ins: 1
Note: [...]
POLICE ARREST SUSPECT WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH SHOOTING
The Boston Police Department is pleased to announce that officers from the Boston Police Fugitive Apprehension Unit arrested suspect Gregory Knight, 27, of Boston in Lewiston, Maine today on an outstanding Murder warrant for the murder of Carl Bonnie.
At about 11:00am, on [...]
VICTIM IDENTIFIED
At about 11:00am, on Thursday, November 12, 2009, officers from Area B-2 (Roxbury) responded to a radio call for a body found in the area of 69 Clifford Street in Roxbury. On arrival, officers located a black male inside the location suffering from what appeared to be a [...]
A look at the last 72 hours in Boston from Friday, November 13, 2009 through 10am, Monday, November 16, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 4
Street Robberies: 16
Commercial Robberies: 1
Bank: 0
Other: 0
Vehicle Thefts: 9
Vehicle Recoveries: 9
Breaks: 52
Residential Break-ins: 16
Commercial Break-ins: 6
Note: [...]
LOUD PARTY LANDS FOUR IN POLICE CUSTODY
At about 1:10am, on Sunday, November 15, 2009, officers from Area B-3 (Mattapan) responded to a loud party in the area of 8 Sunset Street. On arrival, officers were directed to a 2nd floor apartment. Once outside the door, officers could hear [...]
Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period ofJanuary 1st - November 15th, 2008 vs. 2009.
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[...]186 Massachusetts Avenue
On Friday, November 13, 2009, at approximately 5:04pm, Boston Police Officers assigned out of Area D-4 (Back Bay), were called to the area of 186 Massachusetts Avenue for a report of a man down.
Upon arrival, Officers learned the 84 year-old, male victim was attempting to cross the [...]
Elderly Male Struck by Bicyclist on Massachusetts Avenue
On Friday, November 13, 2009, at approximately 5:04pm, Boston Police Officers, assigned out of Area D-4 (Back Bay), were called to the area of 186 Massachusetts Avenue for a report of a man down.
Upon arrival, Officers learned the 84 year-old, male victim [...]
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston from Thursday, November 12, 2009 through 10am, Friday, November 13, 2009.
Homicides: 1
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 1
Street Robberies: 5
Commercial Robberies: 1
Bank: 0
Other: 0
Vehicle Thefts: 5
Vehicle Recoveries: 2
Breaks: 21
Residential Break-ins: [...]
At about 11:00am, on Thursday, November 12, 2009, officers from Area B-2 (Roxbury) responded to a radio call for a body found in the area of 69 Clifford Street in Roxbury. On arrival, officers located a black male inside the location suffering from what appeared to be a gunshot [...]
POLICE ARREST ONE FOR UNLAWFUL GUN POSSESSION IN JAMAICA PLAIN
At about 2:00am, on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, officers from Area E-13 (Jamaica Plain) were on patrol in the area of Columbus Ave and Dimock Street when they observed an individual operating a bicycle erratically in the middle of the [...]
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston from Wednesday, November 11, 2009 through 10am, Thursday, November 12, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 1
Non-fatal Stabbings: 0
Street Robberies: 4
Commercial Robberies: 2
Bank: 0
Other: 0
Vehicle Thefts: 4
Vehicle Recoveries: 2
Breaks: 13
Residential Break-ins: 6
Commercial Break-ins: [...]
At about 11:20am, on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, officers from Area A-1 (Downtown) responded to a radio call for a pedestrian struck in the area of Tremont & Winter Streets. On arrival, officers observed and located a 76 year-old unconscious female lying in the street. The victim, suffering from [...]
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston from Monday, November 9, 2009 through 10am, Tuesday, November 10, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 2
Street Robberies: 12
Commercial Robberies: 1
Bank: 0
Other: 0
Vehicle Thefts: 5
Vehicle Recoveries: 6
Breaks: 15
Residential Break-ins: 15
Commercial Break-ins: [...]
A MESSAGE FROM POLICE COMMISSIONER EDWARD DAVIS
The tragic death of David Woodman on June 29, 2008 has forever changed the lives of those affected. It is devastating to the department and the City when a tragedy occurs on a night intended for celebration. The Boston Police Department is committed [...]
DETAIL OFFICERS ONCE AGAIN PROVE THEIR VALUE AND PLAY VALUABLE ROLE IN THE ARREST OF SUSPECT WANTED FOR ROBBING CAB STAND IN BOSTON
At about 9:55am, on Monday, November 9, 2009, officers from Area D-4 (South End) responded to a radio call for a person with a gun at [...]
Please click the links below to view updated crime data in the City of Boston for the time period ofJanuary 1st - November 8th, 2008 vs. 2009.
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[...]Former US Attorney Donald Stern Concludes Investigation into the Death of David Woodman
Report to be Released Detailing Findings and Recommendations
WHO: Boston Police Commissioner Edward Davis; Former US Attorney Donald Stern
WHAT: Commissioner Davis along with Attorney Stern will hold a press conference to release the conclusive information from [...]
On Sunday, November 8, 2009, at approximately 2:16am, a Boston Police Officer, assigned out of Area D-14 (Brighton), was patrolling in the area of Brighton Avenue at Harvard Avenue when his attention was drawn to several people in the area. The officer spoke with a couple of the individuals [...]
Arson Investigation being Conducted at Dorchester District Court
On Saturday, November 7, 2009, at approximately 12:30pm, Boston Police Officers, assigned out of Area C-11 (Dorchester), responded to the Dorchester District Court – 510 Washington Street, to investigate an arson.
Officers arrived on-scene and spoke with the security manager of the building [...]
157 Brighton Avenue, Allston
On Sunday, November 8, 2009, at approximately 2:16am, a Boston Police Officer, assigned out of Area D-14 (Brighton), was patrolling in the area of Brighton Avenue at Harvard Avenue when his attention was drawn to several people in the area. The officer spoke with a couple [...]
BPD would like to thank the South End News and Emily Cataneo for this week's article on BPD's weekly cable show 'Call the Cops' hosted by Officer Jamie Kenneally. Viewers can catch an episode every Wednesday on BNN Channel 9 from 8:00pm-8:30pm. Viewers can also click on the 'Call' [...]
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston from Thursday, November 5, 2009 through 10am, Friday, November 6, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 0
Non-fatal Stabbings: 0
Street Robberies: 5
Commercial Robberies: 0
Bank: 1
Other: 1
Vehicle Thefts: 7
Vehicle Recoveries: 2
Breaks: 20
Residential Break-ins: 12
Commercial Break-ins: [...]
COURAGEOUS COPS SEIZE A GUN AND ARREST ONE AFTER FOOTCHASE IN ROXBURY
At about 1:16am, on Thursday, November 5, 2009, officers from Area B-2 (Roxbury) were on patrol when they observed a motor vehicle driving erratically in the area of Egelston Square. While following the car, officers observed the operator [...]
BOSTON POLICE SEEK PUBLIC’S HELP IN THEIR EFFORTS TO IDENTIFY SUSPECT WANTED IN CONNECTION WITH THREE UNARMED ROBBERIES IN SOUTH BOSTON
Since October 22, 2009, there have been three unarmed robberies reported in South Boston with similar suspect descriptions. The robberies took place in the areas of K and E [...]
A look at the last 24 hours in Boston from Wednesday, November 4, 2009 through 10am, Thursday, November 5, 2009.
Homicides: 0
Non-fatal Shootings: 1
Non-fatal Stabbings: 0
Street Robberies: 8
Commercial Robberies: 0
Bank: 0
Other: 0
Vehicle Thefts: 3
Vehicle Recoveries: 2
Breaks: 13
Residential Break-ins: 8
Commercial Break-ins: [...]
