On Thursday, March 19, 2026, officers assigned to the Drug Control Units of District E-5 (Roslindale/West Roxbury), and A-1 (Downtown), arrested Bertholand Bruno, 44, of West Roxbury, for several drug offenses. Officers were conducting a drug investigation due to multiple community complaints for illegal drug distribution. Police applied for and were granted a search warrant
In December 2025, officers assigned to the E-13 (Jamaica Plain) Drug Control Unit received information that two individuals, known only by their street names at the time, were distributing crack cocaine and fentanyl in the Forest Hills neighborhood of Boston. Armed with two phone numbers linked to the suspects, officers launched a formal investigation into
Officers from District E-5 spent a fun afternoon with seniors at St. John’s Chrysostom Parish celebrating the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day holiday. The event was filled with festive spirit, lively music, and a traditional corned beef lunch. Our officers were grateful for the opportunity to celebrate together in a warm and welcoming environment!
Members of the BPD Command Staff and Officers from District E-5 visited YMCA’s across Boston to celebrate their “Read Across America” event with local youth. Our officers spent time reading classic stories to youth. Some officers really got into the spirit and dressed as characters. After story time, the fun continued with a craft session where
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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
Officers from District E-5 hosted a special breakfast at the district station for local retired members of the Boston Police Department. Our officers cooked and served a full spread while catching up, sharing stories, and reconnecting with those who dedicated years of service to our city. It was a great morning honoring the men and
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Command Staff, the Captain and officers from District E-5 joined members of the BPD Band for a visit to Holy Name Parish School, spending time with students and supporting the school community with some uplifting music. Our officers performed music for the school, with the students singing along. Our officers got to see some impressive dance moves from the students.
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Officers from District E-5 brought high school students from the West Roxbury and Roslindale area to Week 3 of the Volley Against Violence Outreach Program at the Sportsmen’s Tennis and Enrichment Center in Dorchester Participants took part in an introductory tennis clinic, learning the fundamentals from coaches and officers while also focusing on teamwork, confidence,
BPD Superintendent Baston, along with officers from District E-5 and our K-9 Unit, enjoyed a special community visit to Holy Name Parish School in West Roxbury. Superintendent Baston brought along her favorite reading partner, Popcorn, to assist in reading a story to the students. To add to the excitement, a BPD K-9 officer provided the group
Officers from District E-5 hosted a community pop-up table at the West Roxbury Post Office. Our officers shared information on different careers within the Boston Police Department including becoming a police officer or crossing guard. We also provided scam prevention resources and general safety tips to community members. Be on the lookout for more pop-up
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