About 3:14 PM, on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a radio call for a shot spotter activation in the area of 719 Washington Street. Multiple Boston Police Units including SWAT, K-9, and the Youth Violence Strike Force also responded for assistance. Upon arrival, officers located ballistic evidence in
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Officers from District E-18 and the K-9 Unit joined members of the Hyde Park community for Fairmount Unity Day! Our K-9 Unit showcased their skills with an impressive demonstration, while E-18 officers hit the court for a game of basketball and engaging with families who stopped by throughout the afternoon.. Our officers were grateful for
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The Boston Police Department mourns the passing of retired K-9 Titan. He had served as a highly valued member of the BPD K-9 Unit since 2013 and played an important role in enhancing public safety across our city. His work has gone beyond patrol duties, as he assisted in recovering numerous firearms and evidence in criminal
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At approximately 7:48 PM on Sunday, June 15, 2025, officers assigned to District B-2 (Roxbury) observed shots fired at the intersection of Magnolia Street and Intervale Street, coinciding with a ShotSpotter activation in the area. Responding officers secured the scene, recovered ballistic evidence, and requested additional units to assist in canvassing the area for potential
On Saturday, May 31, 2025, officers assigned to District E-18 (Hyde Park) arrested a 16-year-old male on firearm-related charges during a robbery investigation in the area of 14 Winter Street, Hyde Park. At approximately 5:46 PM, officers were canvassing the area surrounding Wolcott Square in connection with an unarmed robbery when they observed four males
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At 10:29 AM, on Monday, November 4th, 2024, Officers assigned to District B-3 (Mattapan) arrested 25-year-old Ezequiel Rodriguez, of Dorchester, for trespassing and drug related offenses following a subject stop during an investigation for a recovered firearm outside of the Joseph Lee School, located at 155 Talbot Ave., Dorchester. Officers were on a directed patrol near
At about 8:57 PM, on Tuesday, September 24th, 2024, Officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) arrested Joshua Martins, 26, of Boston, for firearm related offenses during a subject stop while investigating a Shot Spotter activation on Mount Ida Rd. and Shots Fired 911 call at 68 Draper St. Following the Shot Spotter activation on Mount
Happy National Dog Day from the Boston Police Department! Today, we’re shining a spotlight on our incredible K-9’s. Our K-9 teams are true heroes, working tirelessly to support our community with their skills in tracking, detection, and protection. Each of these remarkable dogs plays a vital role in keeping our city safe. And let’s not
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