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District A-1 Officers Highlight the Dangers of Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence calls are among the most dangerous 911 calls that Boston Police Officers encounter every day. Officers assigned to District A-1 (Downtown) reinforced this when they made an arrest of a male suspect, where firearms were involved. THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: You are not alone, and no one deserves to be […]

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Cancel BPD Community Alert: Detectives Assigned to District A-1 No Longer Seek Public Assistance in Locating Seitu Morel of Cambridge, MA

Detectives have located Seitu Morel On Wednesday, March 4, 2026,  at approximately 3:19 PM, officers assigned to District A-1 (Downtown) responded to a radio call reporting an assault and battery in progress at 226 Causeway Street. Upon arrival, officers learned that Morel had allegedly assaulted several students from a nearby school during dismissal. Following the

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CANCEL-Traffic is now open at North Grove Street and Cambridge Street

CANCEL-Traffic is now open At North Grove Street and Cambridge Street Traffic Advisory: Due to a Gas Leak, Boston Police have shut down North Grove Street by Cambridge Street in Downtown Boston. This street closure will impact vehicular traffic going to the Main Entrance, and the Emergency Room, at the Massachusetts General Hospital.  Boston Police Officers

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A group picture featuring BPD officers and youth from the Boston Youth Essential Services Program in Chinatown on the ice at Steriti Memorial rink in the North End.

BPD in the Community: District A-1 Teams Up with Boston Youth Essential Services in Chinatown for Afternoon of Ice Skating

Officers from District A-1 teamed up with teens from Boston Youth Essential Services (YES) in Chinatown for an afternoon on the ice at Steriti Memorial rink in the North End. Our officers joined teens on the ice, shared a few tips and helped out on the ice. By the end of the session, the teens

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TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Downtown Boston, Saturday, February 21, 2026

Motorists are advised that traffic impacts are expected in the Downtown, Government Center, and TD Garden areas on Saturday, February 21, 2026, due to the Red Bull Heavy Metal Finals at City Hall Plaza and multiple Disney On Ice performances at TD Garden. Street Closures Closure Time Frame Parking Restrictions Event Activity Travel Advisory Residents,

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A group photo of BPD officers and community members after the gym hockey game.

BPD in the Community: District A-1 Has Gym Hockey Rematch with Charlestown Boys and Girls Club

Officers from District A-1 continued their partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Charlestown for another exciting night of gym hockey. It was a competitive, hard-fought game with plenty of great plays on both sides. After the final whistle, everyone enjoyed dinner together courtesy of the Boston Police Foundation. Thank you to the Boston

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BPD in the Community: Boston Police Officers Enjoy Valentine’s Day Celebrations with Community Members

Officers from our Boston Police Districts were out in the Community this past weekend celebrating the Valentine’s Day holiday with those we serve. Officers from District A-1 in Downtown visited our friends at the Beverly Gibbons Center for a few spirited rounds of Pictionary, handing out chocolates and gifts to the winners. District E-5 Officers

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BPD Community Alert: Traffic Advisory in the area of Cambridge Street and Staniford Street

Traffic Advisory: Due to a manhole fire yesterday, traffic has been reconfigured so that two-way travel is operating on the inbound side of Cambridge Street. This change allows continued access to Mass General Hospital and other critical infrastructure. Traffic conditions may also affect TD Garden events, impacting both pedestrian and vehicular travel. Please avoid the

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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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