At approximately 3:58 AM on Friday, March 27, 2026, officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to the area of Saint Brendan Road and Hilltop Street following a report of an individual pulling on car door handles.
An off-duty officer observed the suspect attempting to open the door handles of three vehicles but was unsuccessful in gaining entry. The officer provided a description of the suspect and reported that he had approached the front porch on Rockne Ave.
The suspect unlawfully entered a residence, where he was confronted by a homeowner. The resident ordered the suspect to leave, and officers encountered him as he exited the home.
Michael Potter, 22, of Quincy, was placed under arrest and is expected to be arraigned in Dorchester District Court for the following charges:
- Breaking and Entering
- Enter a Dwelling at Nighttime for Felony
- Attempted Burglary