BPD Community Alert: District B-2 Detectives Seek to Identify Persons of Interest in Shoplifting and Threat Incidents in Roxbury

Detectives assigned to District B-2 (Roxbury) are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured in connection with a shoplifting and threat incident that occurred in the area of 460 Blue Hill Avenue at approximately 3:00 p.m. on Monday, September 28, 2026.

The person of interest is described as a Black male, approximately 40 years old, 5’7” tall, with a thin build and a beard. He was last seen wearing all-black clothing and a Celtics hooded sweatshirt.

Detectives are actively reviewing the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact District B-2 Detectives at (617) 343-4275.

Community members wishing to provide information anonymously may do so via the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:

📞 By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
💬 By Text: Text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
🌐 Online: Submit a tip via Boston Police CrimeStoppers.

Photos and videos related to this investigation may also be submitted anonymously. The Boston Police Department will strictly safeguard the identities of those who wish to provide information confidentially.