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January 23, 1975
Edward J. Belmonte
Parking 28 to 52 Northern Avenue
On January 23, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Parking 28 to 52 Northern Ave, Boston. The victim was later identified as Edward J. Belmonte, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Edward J. Belmonte was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
January 31, 1975
Arthur Coyne
130 Boylston Street
On January 31, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation at 130 Boylston St Boston (Stage Deli). The victim was later identified as Arthur Coyne, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Arthur Coyne was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 3, 1975
Thomas Murphy
Gulf Gas Station at 1563 Blue Hill Avenue
On February 3, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Gulf Gas Station at 1563 Blue Hill Ave Mattapan. The victim was later identified as Thomas Murphy, 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.
February 8, 1975
Elmer Menard
In vicinity of 58 Devonshire Street
On February 8, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at In vicinityof 58 Devonshire St Boston. The victim was later identified as Elmer Menard, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Elmer Menard was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 8, 1975
Charles James
16 East Brookline Street
On February 8, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at 16 East Brookline Street. The victim was later identified as Charles James, and was pronounced deceased in April of 1975. The manner of death of Charles James was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 17, 1975
Leonard D. Bonds
In the street, Terrace Street and Tremont Street
On February 17, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Terrace St and Tremont St, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Leonard D. Bonds, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Leonard D. Bonds was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 22, 1975
David W. Coulter
102 Revere Street Apt #2
On February 22, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation at 102 Revere Street Boston. The victim was later identified as David W. Coulter, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of David W. Coulter was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 1, 1975
Thomas Person
80 Stratton Street
On March 1, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 80 Stratton Street Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Thomas Person, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Thomas Person was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 4, 1975
James L. Jones
In a field off Sarsfield Street about 150' from Columbus Avenue
On March 4, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at a field off Sarsfield St. about 150' from Columbus Ave (Right Side). The victim was later identified as James L. Jones, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of James L. Jones was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 7, 1975
Henry Kimble
Navare and American Legion Highway
On March 7, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Navare and American Legion Highway. The victim was later identified as Henry Kimble, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Henry Kimble was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 11, 1975
Mark M. Shamon
In front of 204 West 9th Street
On March 11, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at In front of 204 West 9th St.South Boston. The victim was later identified as Mark M. Shamon, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Mark M. Shamon was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 20, 1975
Debbie Ann Counts
In field opposite 65-85 Allerton Street
On March 20, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Assault at In field opposite 65-85 Allerton St. Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Debbie Ann Counts, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Debbie Ann Counts was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 29, 1975
Fletch Kelsey
Hallway at 10 Bickford Street
On March 29, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Hallway at 10 Bickford Street Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Fletch Kelsey, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Fletch Kelsey was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 30, 1975
Juan Claudio AKA Claudio P. Cruz
Fayette and Charles Street
On March 30, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Fayette & Charles Street Boston. The victim was later identified as Juan Claudio AKA Claudio P. Cruz, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Juan Claudio AKA Claudio P. Cruz was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 31, 1975
Lawrence Russo
First Floor Apartment at 59 So. Huntington Avenue
On March 31, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at 59 So. Huntington Ave Boston. The victim was later identified as Lawrence Russo, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Lawrence Russo was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
April 21, 1975
John F. Kenner
Sidewalk in front of 2850 Washington Street
On April 21, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Sidewalk in front of 2850 Washington Street Roxbury. The victim was later identified as John F. Kenner, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of John F. Kenner was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
May 17, 1975
Jean E. Doherty
Railroad tracks rear of Chapel 65 Northern Avenue
On May 17, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at Railroad tracks rear of Chapel 65 Northern Ave. The victim was later identified as Jean E. Doherty, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Jean E. Doherty was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
May 22, 1975
Ralph Colarusso
Mobile Gas Station 588 Commercial Street
On May 22, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Mobile Gas Station 588 Commercial Street Boston. The victim was later identified as Ralph Colarusso, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Ralph Colarusso was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 9, 1975
Joseph T. Conley
219 Bunker Hill Street
On June 9, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 219 Bunker Hill Street, Charlestown - A.V.F.W. Post. The victim was later identified as Joseph T. Conley, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Joseph T. Conley was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 11, 1975
Harriet Vincent
6 Hestia Road
On June 11, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation at 6 Hestia Road, Roxbury - in basement room. The victim was later identified as Harriet Vincent, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Harriet Vincent was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 27, 1975
Richard F. Day
174 Brooks Street
On June 27, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 174 Brooks Street, East Boston - Rear Yard. The victim was later identified as Richard F. Day, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Richard F. Day was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 3, 1975
Ulisis Santiago
9 Cortez Street Apartment #10
On July 3, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 9 Cortez Street. The victim was later identified as Ulisis Santiago, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Ulisis Santiago was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 13, 1975
James L. Gorman Jr.
In roadway in front of 7 Melrose Street
On July 13, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at In roadway in front of 7 Melrose St., Boston. The victim was later identified as James L. Gorman Jr., and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of James L. Gorman Jr. was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 22, 1975
Diane Bryant
129 Marlboro Street
On July 22, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Fire Death at 129 Marlboro St, Boston; fell five floors as the result of collapse of a fire escape while waiting to be rescued. The victim was later identified as Diane Bryant, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Diane Bryant was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 26, 1975
Radames Robles
Dudley and Adams Streets
On July 26, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at Dudley and Adams Streets. The victim was later identified as Radames Robles, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Radames Robles was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
August 2, 1975
Edward Hall
Sidewalk on Washington Street at West Newton Street
On August 2, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Washington Street at West Newton Street. The victim was later identified as Edward Hall, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Edward Hall was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
August 23, 1975
Ruth B. Pearson
Middle of field at Madison Park
On August 23, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Middle of field at Madison Park, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Ruth B. Pearson, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Ruth B. Pearson was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
August 29, 1975
William Christopher Livingstone
145 Tremont Street
On August 29, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 145 Tremont Street, Boston in the street. The victim was later identified as William Christopher Livingstone, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of William Christopher Livingstone was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 1, 1975
Clarence Johnson
57 Rutland Street Apartment 3
On September 1, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 57 Rutland Street. The victim was later identified as Clarence Johnson, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Clarence Johnson was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 6, 1975
Florencia Maldonado
Opposite 57 Pembroke Street
On September 6, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Opposite 57 Pembroke Street South End. The victim was later identified as Florencia Maldonado, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Florencia Maldonado was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 8, 1975
Robert Earl Rogers
150 Monticello Avenue
On September 8, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 150 Monticello Ave rear of boiler room in parking lot. The victim was later identified as Robert Earl Rogers, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Robert Earl Rogers was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 20, 1975
Joseph V. Wholey
35 Anderson Street Apartment 3
On September 20, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 35 Anderson Street. The victim was later identified as Joseph V. Wholey, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Joseph V. Wholey was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 12, 1975
Louis P. Viecelli
Schoolyard of Tileston School Babson Street
On October 12, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Schoolyard of Tileston School, Babson Street, Mattapan. The victim was later identified as Louis P. Viecelli, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Louis P. Viecelli was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 20, 1975
Louis Delsesto
337 Neponset Avenue
On October 20, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 337 Neponset Avenue, Dorchester (Beatrice-Marie Nursing Home). The victim was later identified as Louis Delsesto, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Louis Delsesto was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 6, 1975
Francis X. Leonard (AKA Leonard, Buddy)
In front of 25 Pilsudski Way
On November 6, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at In front of 25 Pilsudski Way, South Boston. The victim was later identified as Francis X. Leonard (AKA Leonard, Buddy), and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Francis X. Leonard (AKA Leonard, Buddy) was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 9, 1975
Benigno Aletandre
2 Dudley Street
On November 9, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Doorway of #2 Dudley Street, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Benigno Aletandre, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Benigno Aletandre was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 18, 1975
James Shields
10 Brandon Avenue Apartment 861
On November 18, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 10 Brandon Avenue, Columbia Point. The victim was later identified as James Shields, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of James Shields was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 20, 1975
Thomas M. Strange
16 Wendeller Street
On November 20, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation at 16 Wendeller Street, South Boston. The victim was later identified as Thomas M. Strange, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Thomas M. Strange was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 24, 1975
Walter L. Rainey
29 Rich Street
On November 24, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 29 Rich Street, Mattapan. The victim was later identified as Walter L. Rainey, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Walter L. Rainey was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
December 3, 1975
Charles L. Veno
1865 Dorchester Avenue
On December 3, 1975, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 1865 Dorchester Avenue (Ashmont Creamery). The victim was later identified as Charles L. Veno, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Charles L. Veno was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.