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District A-1 officers posing with community member alongside the Boston Police Hot Chocolate Cart

BPD in the Community: District A-1 Keeps Community Warm Serving Hot Chocolate

Officers from District A-1 braved the cold temperatures to keep our community warm, serving up hot chocolate on Boston Common. Our officers shared hot chocolate and good conversation with everyone who stopped by, a simple way to connect and check in during the winter months.  Thank you to all who joined us for a warm […]

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Officers from District A-1 in a van waving to camera as they prepare to drive community members to Wachusett Mountain to learn to snowboard

BPD in the Community: District A-1 Drives Teens from YES Chinatown to Learn to Snowboard at Wachusett Mountain

Officers from District A-1 brought teens from the Boston Youth Essential Services (YES) Chinatown Program for a winter adventure at Wachusett Mountain. Despite the cold weather, the group embraced the day, learning how to snowboard. We are grateful for our partnership with YES, which allows teens to try something new and affords our officers the

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Officers from District A-1 posing for a group picture with community members after a game of ball hockey at the Charlestown Boys and Girls Club.

BPD in the Community: District A-1 Plays Ball Hockey with Community Members at Charlestown Boys & girls club

Officers from District A-1 joined teens at the Boys & Girls Club in Charlestown for a night of ball hockey. The game stayed close from start to finish, with both sides trading goals before the BPD team edged out an 8-7 win. After the final whistle, everyone enjoyed pizza together, catching up on school and

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BPD in the Community: District A-1 Enjoys Movie Night with Seniors from Charlestown

Officers from District A-1 older residents from Charlestown for a fun day at the movies. Spending time together is a good way to understand what is happening in the neighborhoods we serve and help our senior community members to remain connected during the winter months, and all year round.

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BPD in the Community: District A-1 Serves Hot Chocolate to Community Members on Boston Common

Officers from District A-1 braved the cold on Boston Common to help warm up neighbors with fresh hot chocolate near the Brewer Fountain. While out on the Common, our officers met with community members of all ages passing by, shared conversations about neighborhood happenings, and enjoyed the opportunity to connect with those we proudly serve.

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BPD in the Community: District A-1 and Bureau of Community Engagement Get Creative to Beat the Cold for ‘Walk the Beat’ Program

The Boston Police ‘Walk the Beat’ Program in District A-1, which includes members of the  Community as well as our Command Staff and officers from the District and the Bureau of Community Engagement joined participated in an indoor walk at Northeastern University’s Bubble. With the winter weather outside, the group hit the road, taking laps together

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Investigation Update: Charges Sought Against Suspect Involved in Larcenies from City Hall

Investigation Update: After an extensive investigation, detectives assigned to District A-1 (Downtown) have identified Darrin O’Neil, 60, of Lowell, as the suspect involved in the larcenies that occurred at Boston City Hall in December 2025. O’Neil is currently being held following a shoplifting arrest on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at 760 Boylston Street. Detectives have

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Officers Arrest Suspect on a Commercial Burglary in Downtown Boston

On Tuesday, January 6, 2026, officers and detectives assigned to District A-1 (Downtown) arrested Brenton Maughn-Tulloch, 39, of Brooklyn, New York, for commercial breaking and entering. An investigation was conducted in the area of West Street with officers setting up surveillance. While watching the area, officers observed a suspect exiting the locked front door of

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BPD in the Community: District A-1 Enjoys Holidays with Neighbors Across Charlestown and North End

Officers from District A-1 were proud to join neighbors across Charlestown and the North End for a series of holiday traditions throughout the neighborhoods. Officers first gathered with the Charlestown community at the Bunker Hill Monument to celebrate the lighting of the Menorah. The event featured traditional music and arts and crafts, bringing families together to

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