The Boston Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in efforts to locate 20-year-old Isaac Cordice who was reported missing on May 5, 2026. He was last seen at approximately 1:00 AM on May 4, 2026, in the area of Centre Street in Dorchester. Cordice is described as a black male, approximately 5’9” in height, […]
The Boston Police Department offers our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Massachusetts State Trooper Kevin Trainor who was killed in the line of duty early this morning. We stand alongside our law enforcement brothers and sisters at the MSP during this incredibly tragic time.
24-Hour Period Beginning Tuesday @10AM through Wednesday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 0 Aggravated Assault: 12 Commercial Burglary: 0 Residential Burglary: 0 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 3 Other Larceny: 29 Auto Theft: 4 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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Keeping Boston Safe: At about 9:30 AM on Monday, May 4, 2026, members of the District C-6 (South Boston) and the E-13 (Jamaica Plain) Drug Control Units executed a search warrant that resulted in the arrest of a 17-year-old juvenile male of Jamaica Plain and the recovery of a loaded firearm, ammunition, and drugs in
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 an ongoing unarmed robbery investigation in Mattapan. The facts and circumstances of the initial incident are as follows: At about 12:22 PM on Friday, May 1, 2026, officers assigned to District
Officers from across the Boston Police Department were proud to celebrate with the YMCA for Healthy Kids Day across the City Officers from District A-7 joined neighbors and community partners at the East Boston YMCA, where youth spent time painting with officers, sharing neighborhood happenings, and getting an inside look at some BPD vehicles. Meanwhile,
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At approximately 4:00 PM on Monday, May 4, 2026, officers from District B-2 (Roxbury) and the Auto Theft Unit conducted a targeted enforcement operation focused on scooters and mopeds. The initiative was organized in response to ongoing public safety concerns regarding the use of these vehicles on Shirley Street and the Roxbury neighborhood. As a
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Officers from District E-18 partnered with Boston Athletic Academy in Hyde Park to continue building connections through the “Beyond the Badge” program. Through this initiative, officers are working closely with youth both in the classroom and on the field, supporting their success. During this visit, officers spent time helping students with homework before hitting the
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The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s help in efforts to identify the individual shown in the accompanying image as it relates to an ongoing armed robbery investigation. The facts and circumstances of the initial incident are as follows: At about 12:02 PM on Friday, May 1, 2026, officers assigned to District D-4 (South
As the number of residents buying and selling goods online continues to increase and grow, so too do the potential risks associated with these types of transactions which can sometimes involve meeting a stranger in unfamiliar surroundings. In an effort to keep these arranged dealings as safe as possible, the BPD is introducing designated “Safe