Investigation Update: Detectives assigned to the Civil Rights Unit have charged multiple individuals in connection with an Aggravated Assault that occurred at 550 River Street in Mattapan. Following a comprehensive investigation, five suspects were identified. All five suspects have been formally charged and arraigned in Dorchester District Court. Civil Rights Violation charges are not sought at this time.
- Franklin Francois, 51, of Randolph, charged with Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon
- Woopenson Morisset, 30, of Boston, charged with Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, and Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon causing Serious Bodily Injury
- Gardy Exantus, 33, of Mattapan, charged with Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, and Assault and Battery
- Maurice Payne, 37, of Brockton, charged with Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, and Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon causing Serious Bodily Injury
- Patrick Fanfan, 53, of Hyde Park, charged with Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon, and Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon causing Serious Bodily Injury
The facts and circumstances surrounding the prior incident are as follows: At about 7:45 PM, on Saturday, September 13, 2025, officers assigned to District B-3 (Mattapan) responded to the area of 550 River Street, Mattapan, for a report of an Aggravated Assault. After further investigation, the incident was referred to the Civil Rights Unit.