District 1 Conducts Operation Kickstand: Targeted Scooter, Moped, and Motorcycle Enforcement Initiative

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At about 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, officers assigned to District 1 (Downtown) conducted Operation Kickstand, a targeted scooter, moped, and motorcycle enforcement initiative throughout Downtown. This initiative was undertaken in response to continuing public safety and quality-of-life concerns associated with the increased presence and unlawful operation of scooters and mopeds within the

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Youth Violence Strike Force Arrests Juvenile, Recovers Loaded Firearm in Hyde Park

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At about 7:25 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, officers assigned to the Youth Violence Strike Force made an on-site firearm arrest of a 17-year-old juvenile male in the area of Garfield Avenue. Officers were on directed patrol in the area of the Fairmount Development in response to an armed robbery that occurred two days

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BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek Public’s Assistance in Efforts to Identify Individual in Relation to a Stabbing in Jamaica Plain

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The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in efforts to identify the individual shown in the accompanying image as it relates to an ongoing aggravated assault investigation in Jamaica Plain. The facts and circumstances surrounding the initial incident are as follows: At approximately 6:56 AM on Sunday, September 13, 2026, officers assigned to District

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Boston 24 and Public Journal for Thursday, September 17, 2026

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24-Hour Period Beginning Wednesday @10AM through Thursday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 2 Aggravated Assault: 8 Commercial Burglary: 3 Residential Burglary: 0 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 3 Other Larceny: 18 Auto Theft: 2 Click here for Public Journal Note: The information above is preliminary information and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information

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BPD in the Community: District E-5 Enjoys Day with Neighbors at Georgetowne Homes Family Day

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The Captain and Officers from District E-5 joined neighbors at the Georgetowne Homes for their Family Day. It was a great afternoon to meet new friends, reconnect with familiar faces, and enjoy time together as a community. The BPD Ice Cream Truck made a stop as well, serving free ice cream to everyone in attendance.

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Boston 24 and Public Journal for Wednesday, September 16, 2026

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24-Hour Period Beginning Tuesday @10AM through Wednesday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 2 Aggravated Assault: 2 Commercial Burglary: 1 Residential Burglary: 2 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 2 Other Larceny: 22 Auto Theft: 1 Click here for Public Journal Note: The information above is preliminary information and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information

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BPD in the Community: District A-7 and School Engagement Unit Take Local Youth on Fishing Trip

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A day on the water with local youth! Officers from District A-7 (East Boston) and the BPD School Engagement Unit brought a group of local youth to Camp Wing in Duxbury for a day of fishing. The group spent a couple of hours fishing before taking a break for lunch and touring the campground. A

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Boston 24 and Public Journal for Tuesday, September 15, 2026

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24-Hour Period Beginning Monday @10AM through Tuesday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 0 Aggravated Assault: 7 Commercial Burglary: 0 Residential Burglary: 0 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 3 Other Larceny: 9 Auto Theft: 2 Click here for Public Journal Note: The information above is preliminary information and should not be considered official crime statistics. The information

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BPD in the Community: District E-5 Enjoys Time with Neighbors at Archdale Family Day

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A great day of family fun with those we serve! Officers from District E-5 joined members of the Archdale community for their Family Day, where local families came together to enjoy the day and celebrate the start of a new school year. The little ones even convinced our officers to play some of the games! 

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