Boston Police Coffee with a Cop Event: District A-15 (Charlestown)
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BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek to Identify Suspect in Series of Commercial Burglaries in the Downtown Area
Detectives assigned to District A-1 (Downtown) are investigating a series of commercial burglaries that have occurred in the Downtown area since August 21, 2025. The incidents involve a suspect using a pry tool to gain entry into businesses during overnight hours. Additional similar burglaries have been reported by the Boston University Police Department, Cambridge Police
BPD in the Community: District A-1 Enjoys Bocce with North End Seniors
Officers from District A-1 joined seniors from the North End Walk the Beat Program for a few friendly games of bocce at Langone Park. The group showed off their competitive spirit on the court, caught up on neighborhood news, and enjoyed some fresh coffee together. It was a great morning of connection and conversation in
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BPD in the Community: District A-1 Celebrates Halloween with Neighbors in North End and Charlestown
Officers from District A-1 have been getting into the Halloween spirit with neighbors across the neighborhoods they serve! Officers joined the fun at the North End Madonna Della Cava Halloween Parade and Party complete with bounce houses, balloons and face painting. Next, officers celebrated a Halloween Bash at Bunker Hill Park in Charlestown, where neighbors
Downtown Officers Conduct Scooter Enforcement, Leading to Seven Summons and Seizure of Nine Scooters
On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, officers from District A-1 (Downtown) carried out a targeted enforcement operation focused on scooters and mopeds. The initiative was launched in response to ongoing public safety concerns surrounding the use of these vehicles, including their links to motor vehicle violations and violent crimes. During the operation, officers seized nine mopeds
BPD in the Community: District A-1 Enjoys Day of Bocce and Archery with Members of “Walk the Beat” Program
Officers from District A-1 joined members of our “Walk the Beat” Program for a day of bocce and archery at Langone Park in the North End. The group enjoyed some friendly competition, great conversation, and plenty of bullseyes were hit throughout the day. It was a perfect day to be outdoors connecting with neighbors and
District A-1 Officers Arrest Two Suspects on Multiple Drug and Firearm Charges Following Downtown Investigation
At about 7:25 PM on Friday, October 24, 2025, officers assigned to District A-1 (Downtown) made two arrests for drug and firearm-related offenses near the intersection of Causeway Street and Portland Street in Downtown Boston. While on patrol, officers observed suspicious activity consistent with a possible street-level drug transaction behind a business near Causeway Street.
BPD in the Community: District A-1 Attends Fall Festival at Christopher Columbus Park
Officers from District A-1 joined neighbors at Christopher Columbus Park in the North End for their Fall Festival! The day included a parade, games, pumpkin decorating, trick-or-treating, and much more. Our officers had a great time handing out candy, chatting with neighbors, and celebrating the fall season together. It was a wonderful day in the
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BPD in the Community: Boston Police Officers Attend Mayor Wu’s Fall-O-Ween Event at Boston Common
Officers from Districts A-1 and A-7 joined Mayor Wu and the Boston community at the Fall-O-Ween celebration on Boston Common! Everyone enjoyed festive games, rides, and giveaways, and of course, the BPD Ice Cream Truck was a fan favorite, serving up free ice cream courtesy of the Boston Police Foundation and HP Hood. A big
Downtown Officers Arrest Suspect on Drug Trafficking Charges
On Monday, October 20, 2025, officers assigned to District A-1 (Downtown) arrested Mark Dioguardi, 37, of Revere, on multiple drug trafficking charges. At approximately 10:30 p.m., an officer patrolling the area of 41 Bowdoin Street observed a man standing inside the entrance of the building, using his cell phone and looking toward Cambridge Street. The
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