Boston 24 and Public Journal for Friday, August 28, 2026

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24-Hour Period Beginning Thursday @10AM through Friday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 1 Aggravated Assault: 4 Commercial Burglary: 0 Residential Burglary: 1 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 2 Other Larceny: 17 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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Downtown Enforcement Initiative Targets Unlawful Scooter and Moped Operation

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At about 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, officers assigned to District A-1 (Downtown) and the Auto Theft Unit conducted targeted scooter, moped, and motorcycle enforcement initiatives throughout the Downtown Boston area. This initiative was undertaken in response to continuing public safety and quality-of-life concerns associated with the increased presence and unlawful operation of

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Targeted Enforcement Initiative Addresses Moped and Scooter Violations in Roxbury and Dorchester

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On Wednesday, August 26, 2026, officers assigned to District B-2 (Roxbury) and the Auto Theft Unit conducted an enforcement initiative aimed at addressing quality-of-life issues, building trust with the community, and increasing police visibility throughout the Roxbury and Dorchester neighborhoods of Boston. This initiative focuses on enforcing motor vehicle laws and city ordinances related to

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BPD in the Community: District C-11 Concludes Summer of Training with Youth at Backyard Boston Gym

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Putting in the work together! Officers from District C-11 teamed up with the Boston Public Health Commission and Backyard Boston Gym to continue the summer workout series for Boston youth. Throughout the summer, officers and local youth have come together to try different workouts, learn about staying active, discipline and spend time building positive relationships.

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Boston 24 and Public Journal for Thursday, August 27, 2026

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24-Hour Period Beginning Wednesday @10AM through Thursday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 0 Aggravated Assault: 5 Commercial Burglary: 0 Residential Burglary: 0 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 4 Other Larceny: 20 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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The Boston Police Department Remembers the Service and Sacrifice of Patrolman Louis H. Metaxas Who Died in the Line of Duty 37 years Ago Today

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BPD Remembers: On Sunday, August 27, 1989, Officer Louis Metaxas died after falling from a rooftop while searching for a burglary suspect near 55 Old Colony Avenue in South Boston. Officer Metaxas was a Vietnam Army veteran, and 41-years-old at the time of his death. He had served with the Boston Police Department for nine years.

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BPD in the Community: Boston Junior Police Academy with District A-7

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Wrapping up our photos from this summer’s Boston Junior Police Academy! Youth from District A-7 (East Boston) spent another action-packed week with the officers who serve their community. The group stayed busy with a full lineup of activities, including bowling, laser tag, fishing, and learned more about what our K-9 officers and their four legged partners

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BPD in the Community: Boston Police Officers and Copper the Comfort Dog Stop by Chess Camp at Madison Park High School

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Making the right moves at Madison Park High School! Officers from District B-2 and the Bureau of Community Engagement stopped by the chess camp being held at the school to spend some time with the youth. Our officers joined the campers for a few friendly games of chess, while Copper, the BPD Comfort Dog, made

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BPD in the Community: Boston Police Department Competes in Dodgeball with Local Youth

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A little friendly competition with those we serve! Members of the BPD Command Staff, officers from across the Department, Academy recruits and Cadets joined our partners at Boston Youth Connect and Boston Public School’s – School Safety Services for an afternoon of dodgeball. Our staff spent the day cheering on and competing alongside local youth,

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BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek Public’s Assistance in Efforts to Identify Individual in Relation to Multiple Breaking and Entering Incidents in Roxbury

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The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in efforts to identify the individual shown in the accompanying images as it relates to three ongoing breaking and entering investigations in Roxbury. The facts and circumstances surrounding the initial incidents are as follows: Incident 1. At approximately 12:29 PM on Thursday, August 13, 2026, officers

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