BPD Community Alert: Detectives assigned to District A-1 (Downtown) are seeking the public’s assistance to identify the pictured individual involved in a Vandalism incident that occurred on Thursday, May 22, 2025, between 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM, at Washington Street and Kneeland Street, and Washington Street and Lagrange Street. The suspect reportedly accessed the BTD traffic control boxes at the above intersections, cut the electrical wires, and disabled the traffic lights.
The suspect is described as a light-skinned male with a grey beard, wearing a black hat, black jacket, yellow hooded sweatshirt, black pants, and brown construction boots. The suspect was seen walking with an imbalanced gate or limp, and carrying a long pole. The suspect is believed to have been involved in a similar incident that occurred on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at Boylston Street and Hadassah Way, and was observed wearing the same clothing.
The Boston Police Department is actively reviewing the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact District A-1 Detectives at (617) 343-4571.
Community members who wish to provide information anonymously may do so through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:
📱 By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
💬 By Text: Text “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
🌐 Online: Boston Police CrimeStoppers
Photos and videos related to the investigation can also be submitted anonymously via CrimeStoppers. The Boston Police Department strictly protects the identities of those who assist in investigations anonymously.
