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BPD in the Community: District E-18 Participates in Annual Fowl Meadow Cleanup

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Officers from District E-18 were proud to once again take part in the annual Fowl Meadow cleanup in Hyde Park, marking the 6th consecutive year supporting the effort. While volunteers worked hard to keep the area clean and beautiful, our officers were on-site to help ensure everyone stayed safe throughout the event. We’re grateful to […]

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Boston 24 and Public Journal for Tuesday, April 07, 2026

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24-Hour Period Beginning Monday @10AM through Tuesday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 3 Aggravated Assault: 5 Commercial Burglary: 2 Residential Burglary: 2 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 0 Other Larceny: 19 Auto Theft: 0 Click here for Public Journal Note: The information above is preliminary information and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information

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Suspect Wanted on Multiple Warrants Arrested with a Loaded Firearm

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On Monday, April 6, 2026, officers assigned to District B-3 (Mattapan) with the assistance from the Youth Violence Strike Force, arrested Maleeak Effee, 20, of Boston, for firearm charges and outstanding warrants. About 9:57 PM, officers were aware of an individual who had multiple warrants for his arrest. As officers were traveling in the area of Marcella

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BPD in the Community: Boston Police Department Celebrates Easter Holiday Throughout Boston

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The Boston Police Department celebrated the Easter holiday this past weekend with events taking place across the city. From Easter egg hunts to community gatherings, the weekend was filled with smiles and laughter with residents of all ages. Our officers were proud to be part of the celebrations, helping bring communities together. Thank you to

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BPD in the Community: District D4 Honors World War II Veteran Arthur Rose on His 107th Birthday

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The Boston Police Department’s District D4 Community Service Office had the honor of providing an escort to longtime D4 resident and World War II veteran Arthur Rose for a very special occasion. District D4 was present at Arthur’s 107th birthday celebration this past February, and this week Arthur was presented with the Massachusetts State House

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Cancel Missing Person Alert: 89-Year-Old Alfredo Romero has been located

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The Boston Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 89-year-old Alfredo Romero of South Boston, who was last seen at approximately 1:30 PM on Monday, April 6, 2026, near the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Harrison Avenue in the South End, traveling in the direction of Washington Street. Romero is reported to have

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BPD Drug Control Units, NORPAC, and DEA Task Force Execute Search Warrant in Dorchester, Seize Large Quantities of Fentanyl, Cocaine, and Methamphetamine

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Boston Police Department Drug Control Units, working alongside the Norfolk County Police Anti-Crime Task Force and the Drug Enforcement Administration Task Force, executed a court-authorized search warrant of an apartment located at 20 Kerwin Street in Dorchester on Monday, April 6, 2026. The warrant was the result of a lengthy, multi-agency undercover investigation. Officers made

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Boston 24 and Public Journal for Monday, April 06, 2026

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24-Hour Period Beginning Sunday @10AM through Monday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 1 Aggravated Assault: 6 Commercial Burglary: 2 Residential Burglary: 1 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 1 Other Larceny: 14 Auto Theft: 2 Click here for Public Journal Note: The information above is preliminary information and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information

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