Our greatest resource in solving homicide cases is information from witnesses, family, friends and the community. If you have any information regarding an ongoing investigation you can reach out to us in the following ways.
Anonymous
- Crime Stoppers Text-A-Tip Program
- Crime Stoppers Hotline: 1-800-494-TIPS
Known
- BPD Homicide Unit: 617-343-4470
January 6, 1973
Thomas Murphy
604 East Broadway
On January 6, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot wound to chest at 604 East Broadway - Coachman Café. The victim was later identified as Thomas Murphy, 28, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Thomas Murphy was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
January 11, 1973
Ferdinand Singleton
1477 Washington Street
On January 11, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at 1477 Washington Street, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Ferdinand Singleton, 41, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Ferdinand Singleton was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
January 12, 1973
Shirley B. Sewell
580 Washington Street
On January 12, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at 580 Washington Street, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Shirley B. Sewell, 34, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Shirley B. Sewell was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
January 14, 1973
William R. Jackson
2304 Washington Street
On January 14, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 2304 Washington Street, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as William R. Jackson, 28, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of William R. Jackson was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
January 23, 1973
Ralph T. Anzalone
289 West Second Street
On January 23, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 289 West Second Street, South Boston. The victim was later identified as Ralph T. Anzalone, 29, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Ralph T. Anzalone was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
January 30, 1973
Charles O'Brien
159 Bowen Street
On January 30, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 159 Bowen Street, South Boston. The victim was later identified as Charles O'Brien, 37, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Charles O'Brien was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
January 31, 1973
Pamela Hicks aka Tina Jones
Massachusetts and Harrison Avenues
On January 31, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Massachusetts and Harrison Avenues. The victim was later identified as Pamela Hicks aka Tina Jones, 17, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Pamela Hicks aka Tina Jones was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 1, 1973
Joseph D. Hershenson
1284 Blue Hill Avenue
On February 1, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 1284 Blue Hill Avenue, Matapan. The victim was later identified as Joseph D. Hershenson, 34, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Joseph D. Hershenson was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 4, 1973
Albert Fred Stuart
500 Albany Street
On February 4, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at Rear of 500 Albany Street, Boston. The victim was later identified as Albert Fred Stuart, 40, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Albert Fred Stuart was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 5, 1973
Pasquale Todisco
184 Border Street
On February 5, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 184 Border Street, East Boston (Front of Kappy's Liquor Store). The victim was later identified as Pasquale Todisco, 43, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Pasquale Todisco was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 15, 1973
Alice Sourian
103 Spencer Street
On February 15, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Head Trauma at 103 Spencer Street, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Alice Sourian, 67, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Alice Sourian was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 20, 1973
Richard Maloof
165 Washington Street
On February 20, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 165 Washington Street, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Richard Maloof, 62, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Richard Maloof was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 20, 1973
Charles G. Rice, Jr.
49 Mount Vernon Street City
On February 20, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 49 Mt. Vernon Street City. The victim was later identified as Charles G. Rice, Jr., 25, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Charles G. Rice, Jr. was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 8, 1973
Michael Milano
Sparhawk Street Corner Market Street
On March 8, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at Sparhawk Street Corner Market Street, Brighton. The victim was later identified as Michael Milano, 30, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Michael Milano was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 10, 1973
Edward Onessimo
249 River Street
On March 10, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation by Ligature at Grounds in Rear of Chronic Disease Hospital, 249 River Street. The victim was later identified as Edward Onessimo, 34, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 14, 1973
Charles Shumrak
27 Fessenden Street
On March 14, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Head Trauma at 27 Fessenden Street, Mattapan. The victim was later identified as Charles Shumrak, 78, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Charles Shumrak was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 20, 1973
Albert Plummer
447 Commercial Street
On March 20, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 447 Commercial Street, Boston. The victim was later identified as Albert Plummer, 48, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Albert Plummer was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
April 23, 1973
Joseph Pennacchio
North Washington Street and Medford Street
On April 23, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at North Washington Street and Medford Street. The victim was later identified as Joseph Pennacchio, 37, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Joseph Pennacchio was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
April 25, 1973
John D. Wadsworth
133 Summer Street
On April 25, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 4th Floor Apt at 133 Summer Street. The victim was later identified as John D. Wadsworth, 29, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of John D. Wadsworth was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
May 11, 1973
Delores Ersula Hurt aka Delores Dean
104 Columbia Road Apartment 5
On May 11, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 104 Columbia Road, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Delores Ersula Hurt aka Delores Dean, 28, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Delores Ersula Hurt aka Delores Dean was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
May 11, 1973
James Wilder
104 Columbia Road Apartment 5
On May 11, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 104 Columbia Road, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as James Wilder, 45, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of James Wilder was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
May 18, 1973
Salvatore Barreiro
Prescott Street between Trenton and East Eagle Streets
On May 18, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at In front of the Philip Sheridan School, Prescott Street between Trenton and East Eagle Streets, East Boston. The victim was later identified as Salvatore Barreiro, 25, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Salvatore Barreiro was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
May 26, 1973
Gerald Cohen
542 East 8th Street
On May 26, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at Strand Market, 542 East 8th Street, South Boston. The victim was later identified as Gerald Cohen, 57, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Gerald Cohen was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 9, 1973
Donald Rainieri
North Station Concourse rear of Iron Horse Restaurant
On June 9, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at North Station Concourse rear of Iron Horse Restaurant. The victim was later identified as Donald Rainieri, 21, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Donald Rainieri was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 25, 1973
Charles Webber
690 Huntington Avenue
On June 25, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Fire at 690 Huntington Ave, Arby Roast Beef. The victim was later identified as Charles Webber, 20, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Charles Webber was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 27, 1973
Carlton Matthew Smith
E Concord Street
On June 27, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at E.Concord St. South End. The victim was later identified as Carlton Matthew Smith, 45, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Carlton Matthew Smith was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 28, 1973
Juan Ayala
38 Walnut Street
On June 28, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 38 Walnut Street, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Juan Ayala, , and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Juan Ayala was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 28, 1973
Willie L. Jackson
62 Woodcliffe Street
On June 28, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 62 Woodcliffe Street, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Willie L. Jackson, 45, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Willie L. Jackson was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 29, 1973
Mary A. Veremy
123 Terrance Street
On June 29, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation by Ligature at Vacant Lot at 123 Terrance Street, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Mary A. Veremy, 24, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Mary A. Veremy was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 10, 1973
James B. Miller
1140 Blue Hill Avenue
On July 10, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 1140 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan. The victim was later identified as James B. Miller, 59, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of James B. Miller was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 11, 1973
Unknown White Male
226 Hanover Street
On July 11, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at 226 Hanover Street. The victim was an Unknown White Male, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Unknown White Male was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 13, 1973
Jeremiah Lynch
Arnold Arbortem near the South Street Gate
On July 13, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation at Arnold Arbortem near the South Street Gate. The victim was later identified as Jeremiah Lynch, 21, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Jeremiah Lynch was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 18, 1973
Alford Burrell
56 Ormond Street
On July 18, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Head Trauma at 56 Ormond Street, Mattapan. The victim was later identified as Alford Burrell, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Alford Burrell was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 26, 1973
Richard Fantasia
20 Prince Street
On July 26, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 20 Prince Street, North End. The victim was later identified as Richard Fantasia, 32, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Richard Fantasia was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 28, 1973
Richard Barrows
Ansel Road and Ashton Street
On July 28, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Ansel Road and Ashton St. Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Richard Barrows, 30, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Richard Barrows was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
August 1, 1973
Samuel Lee James
1761 Washington Street
On August 1, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Front Hallway of 1761 Washington Street. The victim was later identified as Samuel Lee James, 27, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Samuel Lee James was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
August 8, 1973
Ramon J. Roderiques
65 Westminister Avenue
On August 8, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 65 Westminister Ave. The victim was later identified as Ramon J. Roderiques, 27, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Ramon J. Roderiques was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
August 12, 1973
Curtis Seabow Weaver, Jr.
1024 Massachusetts Avenue, Roxbury
On August 12, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Victoria Diner, 1024 Massachusetts Avenue, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Curtis Seabow Weaver, Jr., 27, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Curtis Seabow Weaver, Jr. was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
August 14, 1973
John E. Cacici
105 Charter Street
On August 14, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 105 Charter Street, North End. The victim was later identified as John E. Cacici, 47, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of John E. Cacici was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
August 22, 1973
George W. Holden
Little Mystic River - Terminal Street At Marina
On August 22, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at In water, Little Mystic River - Terminal St. At Marina. The victim was later identified as George W. Holden, 25, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of George W. Holden was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 3, 1973
George Calderon
53 Dearborn Street
On September 3, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 53 Dearborn Street, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as George Calderon, 24, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of George Calderon was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 19, 1973
Robert Limoges
316 Huntington Avenue (YMCA) Room 630
On September 19, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Head Trauma at 316 Huntington Ave, Boston (YMCA). The victim was later identified as Robert Limoges, 36, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Robert Limoges was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 27, 1973
Paul Jennings
10 Wellington Street
On September 27, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at In front of #10 Wellington Street. The victim was later identified as Paul Jennings, 48, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Paul Jennings was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 27, 1973
Richard l. Stratton
129 Jersey Street
On September 27, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at On Street in front of 129 Jersey Street, Back Bay. The victim was later identified as Richard l. Stratton, 24, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Richard l. Stratton was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 29, 1973
Samuel Alsen
1108 Blue Hill Avenue
On September 29, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 1108 Blue Hill Ave, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Samuel Alsen, 55, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Samuel Alsen was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 2, 1973
Evelyn Marion Wagler
505 Blue Hill Avenue (Grove Hall Station)
On October 2, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Fire at Rear of 505 Blue Hill Avenue (Grove Hall Station). The victim was later identified as Evelyn Marion Wagler, 24, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Evelyn Marion Wagler was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 6, 1973
Kirk B. Miller
Wensley Street, Roxbury
On October 6, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot and Person Stabbed at Wensley Street, Roxbury, Vacant lot (#37) up a slope. The victim was later identified as Kirk B. Miller, 21, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Kirk B. Miller was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 13, 1973
Phillip Lucas
Humboldt Avenue and Homestead Street
On October 13, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Humboldt Ave and Homestead St. The victim was later identified as Phillip Lucas, 33, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Phillip Lucas was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 19, 1973
John C. Rhoden
2 Park Swuare
On October 19, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at Front of 2 Park Swuare in front of White Tower Restaurant. The victim was later identified as John C. Rhoden, 49, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of John C. Rhoden was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 19, 1973
Richard A. Fisher
1 Beechglen Street
On October 19, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Sidewalk in front of #1 Beechglen Street, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Richard A. Fisher, 27, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Richard A. Fisher was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 3, 1973
Peter Joseph Assenza
Play yard at Eliot School, Charter Street
On November 3, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Found Body at Play yard at Eliot School, Charter St. The victim was later identified as Peter Joseph Assenza, 25, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Peter Joseph Assenza was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 7, 1973
John Pavia
112 Selden Street
On November 7, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 112 Selden Street, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as John Pavia, 20, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of John Pavia was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 9, 1973
George Francis Hart
540 Main Street
On November 9, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 540 Main Street (Sullivan Square). The victim was later identified as George Francis Hart, 27, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of George Francis Hart was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 10, 1973
Patrick F. Gushue
91-93 Ashmont Street
On November 10, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at Front of 91-93 Ashmont Street. The victim was later identified as Patrick F. Gushue, 59, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Patrick F. Gushue was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 17, 1973
Barbara Mosby
21 Shandon Road
On November 17, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation at 21 Shandon Road, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Barbara Mosby, 20, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Barbara Mosby was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 18, 1973
David Brown
394 Massachusetts Avenue
On November 18, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 394 Massachusetts Ave. The victim was later identified as David Brown, 30-35, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of David Brown was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 24, 1973
Melvin Cook
20 Ames Street
On November 24, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 20 Ames Street, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Melvin Cook, 32, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Melvin Cook was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
December 1, 1973
James O'Toole
Corner of Dorchester and Savin Hill Avenue
On December 1, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at Corner of Dorchester and Savin Hill Ave. The victim was later identified as James O'Toole, 43, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of James O'Toole was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
December 4, 1973
William Nelson
1354 Blue Hill Avenue
On December 4, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at 1354 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan. The victim was later identified as William Nelson, 26, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of William Nelson was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
December 15, 1973
James Robert Morse, Jr.
Lincoln Street near Portsmouth Street
On December 15, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at Lincoln Street near Portsmouth Street (in automobile). The victim was later identified as James Robert Morse, Jr., 36, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of James Robert Morse, Jr. was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
December 25, 1973
John Alston
Franklin Park
On December 25, 1973, the Boston Police Department responded to a Shot at Franklin Park. The victim was later identified as John Alston, 22, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of John Alston was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.