As a result of a painstaking investigation led by members of the Boston Police Department including the Auto Theft Unit, Detectives from District 4 and the Boston Police Fire Investigation Unit, early this morning, Police arrested David Antonio Moran, DOB 5/25/2006 – who is also known as David Moran-Chavez – in Norwalk Connecticut, where he resides.
Detectives obtained a warrant for Moran-Chavez for Burning of a Motor Vehicle, Unlawful Possession of Fireworks, Disturbing the Peace and Conspiracy, in connection with the street takeover which occurred on October 5, 2025 in the area of Massachusetts Avenue and Tremont Street in Lower Roxbury/ South End at approximately 2:30am.
Boston Police officers and detectives methodically identified and followed evidence related to this street takeover. Investigators worked with several law enforcement partners in the New England area, and received tremendous support from private citizens and businesses via video and information sharing.
Following the arrest of the suspect, a search warrant was executed by Boston Police with our partners in Norwalk CT.
We thank the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office for working closely with us on this case. We also thank the Norwalk CT Police Department, Randolph Police, MA State Police and the NICB (National Insurance Crime Bureau), and the Stamford/Norwalk Judicial State Attorney’s Office for their assistance.
The suspect will be arraigned in Connecticut where he will be charged as a fugitive from justice. Two previous arrests related to the same October incident involved individuals from Rhode Island.
The Boston Police Department continues to investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact the Detectives at (617) 343-5619.
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.
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.