Investigation Update: On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, Boston Police Homicide Detectives lodged a warrant against a 16-year-old male juvenile of Needham in relation a homicide in the area of 1855 Washington Street in Roxbury. The suspect is charged with Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Unlawful Possession of a firearm. The suspect is currently in custody on unrelated firearms charges and is expected to be arraigned in Boston Juvenile Court at a later date.
The facts and circumstances of the initial incident are as follows:
At about 1:07 PM on Monday, October 13, 2025, officers assigned to District D-4 (South End) responded to a radio call for a person shot in the area of 1855 Washington Street in Roxbury.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult female suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where she was later pronounced deceased. The victim has since been identified as 61-year-old Marie Molea-Anthony of Boston.
The Boston Police Department Homicide Unit continues to actively investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470.
Community members wishing to assist this investigation anonymously can do so via the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:
Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
Text: “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
Online: Boston Police CrimeStoppers
Photos and videos related to this investigation can also be submitted anonymously through CrimeStoppers. The Boston Police Department strictly protects the identities of those who wish to provide information anonymously.
For those impacted by this incident, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team (NTT) offers free, 24/7 confidential emotional support. To connect with a trained provider, please call (617) 431-0125.