BPD Community Alert: The Boston Police Department is currently investigating four commercial robberies involving the theft of cash registers reported over the past week. In each incident, the suspect or suspects used a ruse in which they appeared to make a purchase before seizing the cash register when the clerk opened it.
In all reported cases, one suspect has been described as wearing a black puffy jacket with the hood up, black pants, and a black surgical mask. No weapons were displayed during any of the incidents.
The locations of the incidents are as follows:
- 853 River Street, Hyde Park
- 59 Fairmount Avenue, Hyde Park
- 739 Parker Street, Roxbury
- 186 Heath Street, Jamaica Plain
Anyone with information related to similar illegal activity is encouraged to contact the Boston Police Department, or call 911 in case of an emergency.
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.
