Officers Arrest Two Suspects Following an Armed Robbery of a Store in Charlestown

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At about 6:17 PM, on Monday, December 30, 2024, officers assigned to District A-15 (Charlestown) responded to 134 Bunker Hill Street for a report of an Armed Robbery. Upon arrival, officers were advised that the store was robbed at gunpoint of an undisclosed amount of United States Currency. The suspects fled the area on Monument […]

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Boston 24 And Public Journal For Tuesday, December 31, 2024

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24-Hour Period Beginning Monday@10AM through Tuesday 10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 1 Aggravated Assault: 8 Commercial Burglary: 0 Residential Burglary: 0 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 4 Other Larceny: 12 Auto Theft: 0 Click Here or Public Journal Note: The information above is preliminary information and should not be considered official crime statistics. The

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BPD in the Community: District C-6 Celebrates Students Perfect Attendance at Michael J. Perkins School

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Before winter break kicked off, District C-6 Community Service Office celebrated the amazing students at the Michael J. Perkins School in South Boston, highlighting some superstars with perfect attendance! How did we celebrate? With a dance party, of course! We also visited each classroom to say hello, spread some holiday spirit, and make sure every

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Traffic Stop in Dorchester Leads to Recovery of Drugs and Firearm

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On Monday, December 30, 2024, officers assigned to District B-2 (Roxbury) arrested 45-year-old Dadizi Poles of Allston and 49-year-old Gregory Skillman of Dorchester for multiple motor vehicle, firearm, and drug-related offenses following a traffic stop at 43 Hartford Street in Dorchester. While conducting a routine patrol on Blue Hill Avenue, Officers noticed a vehicle traveling

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BPD Community Alert: Stay Safe This New Year’s Eve—Beware of Spiked Drinks and Report Incidents

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The Boston Police Department wishes everyone a safe and joyous New Year’s Eve. With New Year’s celebrations and First Night festivities approaching, we remind all students and the general public about the dangers of scentless, colorless, and tasteless drugs, such as Rohypnol (commonly known as “roofies”), that can be secretly placed in beverages. Other substances

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CANCEL-BPD Missing Person Alert: 50-Year-Old Maria Ines Goncalves Has Been Located

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Cancel – BPD Missing Person Alert: The Boston Police Department has located 50-year-old Maria Ines Goncalves, of Roxbury. Goncalves was last seen on December 21, 2024 on Maywood Street in Roxbury. She is reported to suffer from mental health complications. She is described as a Black Female, about 5’0”, approximately 145 lbs., Thin build, short black

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BPD Investigating Larceny of Cell Phones Leading to Unauthorized Bank Account Activity

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Boston Police Detectives are investigating larcenies that have occurred involving stolen cell phones. The victims have reported discovering financial accounts that have been compromised, resulting in multiple fraudulent charges and withdrawn funds.   The Boston Police Department urges the community to remain vigilant when out in public and to take steps to safeguard personal electronic devices.

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Youth Violence Strike Force Thwarts Retaliation Plot with Machine Gun Arrest in Dorchester

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At 1:51 PM on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, officers assigned to the Boston Police Youth Violence Strike Force (YVSF) arrested 22-year-old Elijah Carvalho of Cambridge, MA, for firearm and drug-related offenses after gathering intelligence about a potential violent incident in Dorchester. Earlier that day, at approximately 11:40 AM, YVSF Officers were informed of an assault involving a

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BPD in the Community: District E-5 Visits Lyndon School to Collect Toys Donated by Students

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Holiday Heroes at the Lyndon School! Before the kids started their winter break, our District E-5 Community Service team visited the 4th-grade classroom at the Lyndon School, where they were met with a mountain of holiday spirit in the form of toy donations! These incredible students went above and beyond, showing off the true magic

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