At about 4:40 PM on Thursday, October 23, 2025, an officer assigned to District D-4 (South End/Back Bay) responded to a well-being check at 696 Massachusetts Avenue and was flagged down by an individual reporting an armed robbery that had just occurred at 1813 Washington Street.
The victim appeared injured and stated that he had been assaulted and robbed by two suspects inside a local grocery store. One suspect reportedly punched the victim in the head and stole cash from his person, while the second struck the victim in the head with a bottle. One suspect also allegedly threatened the victim with what was described as a small black object, possibly a firearm, before the victim fled and sought police assistance.
Officers broadcast a description of the suspects, and responding units observed two individuals matching the provided descriptions near the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Washington Street. Upon approach, both suspects fled on foot in separate directions. After short foot pursuits, both were apprehended, one in the area of Shawmut Avenue and Pelham Street and the other near Tremont Street and Upton Street.
Detectives responded and after further investigation were able to positively identify both suspects on scene. The suspects were identified as 42-year-old Jahar Pinkett of Dorchester and 29-year-old Anthony Crumbley of Boston.
A search of Pinkett resulted in the recovery of cash consistent with the amount reported stolen. Officers also recovered a plastic bag containing a rock-like substance believed to be crystal methamphetamine. No firearm was recovered.
Both suspects were transported for booking. Pinkett was found to have an active warrant out of Boston Municipal Court for Violation of an Abuse Prevention Order.
Jahar Pinkett will be charged with:
• Armed Robbery
• Assault and Battery
• Possession of a Class B Substance
Anthony Crumbley will be charged with:
• Armed Robbery
• Assault and Battery with a Dangerous Weapon (Bottle)
Both individuals are expected to be arraigned in Roxbury District Court.