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 01, 1979
Dennis Pugliese
Ringer Playground
On January 01, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation at Ringer Playground, Allston. The victim was later identified as Dennis Pugliese, 34, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Dennis Pugliese was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
January 13, 1979
Michael Butkovitz
Howland Street
On January 13, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Harold at Howland Street Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Michael Butkovitz, 32, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Michael Butkovitz was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 07, 1979
Charles Upham
134 Prince Street
On February 07, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Opposite 134 Prince Street, North End. The victim was later identified as Charles Upham, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Charles Upham was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 13, 1979
John Howard
1136 Harrison Avenue
On March 13, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 1136 Harrison Avenue, Boston. The victim was later identified as John Howard, 60, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of John Howard was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
March 14, 1979
Desiree Etheridge
18-20 Fellows Street
On March 14, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Assault & Battery and Fire at 18-20 Fellows Street, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Desiree Etheredge, 17, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Desiree Etheredge was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
February 21, 1979
Jacques Marin
44 Bromfield Street
On February 21, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Fire at 44 Bromfield Street, Boston. The victim was later identified as Jacques Marin, 40, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Jacques Marin was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
April 08, 1979
Louis Guerreiro
168 Chelsea Street
On April 08, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 168 Chelsea Street, East Boston. The victim was later identified as Louis Guerreiro, 39, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Louis Guerreiro was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
April 08, 1979
Robert Butts
53 Granger Street
On April 08, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at 53 Granger Street, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Robert Butts, 22, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Robert Butts was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
April 14, 1979
Darlene Rodgers
Washington Park
On April 14, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Washington Park. The victim was later identified as Darlene Rodgers, 23, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Darlene Rodgers was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
April 28, 1979
Faye S. Polner
Talbot Ave
On April 28, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Death Investigation at Front Parking Lot, Lee School, Talbot Ave, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Faye S. Polner, 18, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Faye S. Polner was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
April 28, 1979
Daniel Connolly
Southampton Street
On April 28, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Parking Lot, New Market Steak House, Southampton Street, Boston. The victim was later identified as Daniel Connolly, 34, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Daniel Connolly was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
May 17, 1979
Samuel Campbell
4 Cummington Street
On May 17, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at Apt. #3 at 4 Cummington Street, Boston. The victim was later identified as Samuel Campbell, 22, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Samuel Campbell was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
June 7, 1979
Janina Navickas
90 Alban Street
On June 7, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at 90 Alban Street, Dorchester. The victim was later identified as Janina Navickas, 69, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Janina Navickas was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 10, 1979
Joseph C. D'Amelio
319 Harris Street
On July 10, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Opposite 319 Harris Street, Parking Lot #30 Harris Street. The victim was later identified as Joseph C. D'Amelio, 35, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Joseph C. D'Amelio was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
July 21, 1979
Anthony Corlito
57 Fleet Street
On July 21, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Parking lot next to 57 Fleet Street, North End. The victim was later identified as Anthony Corlito, 20, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Anthony Corlito was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
August 08, 1979
Michael Poulin
Mt. Vernon Street
On August 08, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Seawall at end of Mt. Vernon Street, Columbia Point. The victim was later identified as Michael Poulin, 24, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Michael Poulin was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
September 08, 1979
General Williams
50 Cheney Street
On September 08, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 50 Cheney Street, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as General Williams, 45, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of General Williams (AKA Jap) was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 06, 1979
Felix John Russo
55 Hano Street
On October 06, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 55 Hano Street, Allston. The victim was later identified as Felix John Russo aka David LePierre, William Jack Elevins, Derek Belvins, 30, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Felix John Russo aka David LePierre, William Jack Elevins, Derek Belvins was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 14, 1979
Enrique Rivera (Wilfredo Gonzalez)
Gerard & Island Street
On October 14, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at Gerard & Island Street. The victim was later identified as Enrique Rivera aka Wilfredo Gonzalez, 28, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Enrique Rivera aka Wilfredo Gonzalez was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 19, 1979
Otis Seawright
333 Massachusetts Avenue
On October 19, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Trauma at 333 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston. The victim was later identified as Otis Seawright, 41, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Otis Seawright was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 28, 1979
Monique Ordway
625 East Fifth Street
On October 28, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Fire at 625 East Fifth Street, South Boston. The victim was later identified as Monique Ordway, 1, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Monique Ordway was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
October 28, 1979
Dale Reese
625 East Fifth Street
On October 28, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Fire at 625 East Fifth Street, South Boston. The victim was later identified as Dale Reese, 34, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Dale Reese was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 07, 1979
Michael Bruno
232 Jamaicaway
On November 07, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 232 Jamaicaway, Jamaica Plain. The victim was later identified as Michael Bruno, 54, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Michael Bruno was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
November 23, 1979
Hector Roman
2 Tobin Court
On November 23, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 2 Tobin Court, Roxbury. The victim was later identified as Hector Roman, 30, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Hector Roman was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
December 05, 1979
Earl Brittle
19 Monsignor Reynold Way
On December 05, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 19 Monsignor Reynold Way, South End. The victim was later identified as Earl Brittle, 26, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Earl Brittle was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
December 09, 1979
William Peachey
158 State Street
On December 09, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at 158 State Street, Boston. The victim was later identified as William Peachey, 35, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of William Peachey was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
December 10, 1979
Betre Wuhib
Clarkwood Street & Blue Hill Avenue
On December 10, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Shot at Clarkwood Street & Blue Hill Avenue. The victim was later identified as Betre Wuhib, 27, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Betre Wuhib was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
December 31, 1979
Krista Conant Seigal
1140 Commonwealth Avenue
On December 31, 1979, the Boston Police Department responded to a Person Stabbed at 1140 Commonwealth Avenue, Apt. 7. The victim was later identified as Krista Conant Seigal, 23, and was pronounced deceased. The manner of death of Krista Conant Seigal was determined to be a homicide by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner.