At approximately 8:29 PM, officers assigned to District D-4 responded to a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle at 1829 Washington Street in Roxbury.
Upon arrival, Officers located two victims: a 20-year-old female suffering from life-threatening injuries and a 23-year-old female with minor injuries. Both were transported to a local hospital, where the 20-year-old victim was later pronounced deceased.
The Fatal Accident Reconstruction Team and Homicide Detectives responded to the scene and are actively seeking to locate the pictured suspect vehicle involved in this incident. The vehicle is described as a 2021–2023 dark-colored Mercedes small SUV, which has damage to the front grille and front light and is missing its right-side mirror.
The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit is actively investigating this case. Anyone with information or video is urged to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470.
Community members wishing to assist anonymously can do so by:
📞 Calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS
📱 Texting “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
The Boston Police Department assures the public that all anonymous tips will be handled with strict confidentiality.
For those affected by this tragic event, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team (NTT) provides free and confidential support 24/7. If you need emotional assistance, please call 617-431-0125.
