About 1:03 PM, on Thursday, April 2, 2026, a Sergeant assigned to District D-4 (South End) was stopped at a red light at the intersection of Dearborn Street and Dudley Street. The Sergeant heard multiple shots fired and observed a suspect run towards a vehicle and flee towards Melnea Cass Boulevard. A description of the […]
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Officers from District A-1 and the Bureau of Community Engagement teamed up with our friends at the Beverly Gibbons Center to prepare for the annual Easter Egg Hunt at the Bunker Hill Monument. Working alongside the seniors, our officers helped fill nearly 5,000 eggs with stickers and small toys in preparation for the big day.
BPD Community Alert: The Boston Police Department is issuing a community alert to keep food delivery drivers safe while conducting business. To help mitigate the risk of crimes occurring, the BPD is offering the following safety tips to delivery drivers: Report Suspicious Activity Community members who wish to provide information anonymously may do so through the CrimeStoppers
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24-Hour Period Beginning Wednesday @10AM through Thursday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 0 Aggravated Assault: 7 Commercial Burglary: 3 Residential Burglary: 0 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 1 Other Larceny: 20 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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Officers from District E-5 joined students and faculty from St. Theresa of Avila School in West Roxbury for some exciting basketball. Officers hit the court with students from all grade levels, creating a fun atmosphere with friendly competition. The students brought their A-game, showing off impressive skills and coming away with wins across the board.
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BPD Remembers: On April 2, 1940, Officer Patrick C. Gannon died in the line of duty after exposure to and the inhalation of deadly, toxic fumes which poisoned him while working strike duty. A 21-year veteran of the department, Officer Gannon was 46 years old at the time of his death. Making his passing ever more
CANCEL-BPD Missing Person Alert: 15-Year-Old Hayden Fletcher, of Charlestown, has been located Hayden was last seen at about 5:30 AM on Monday, March 30, 2026, in the area of Thirteenth Street, Charlestown. She is described as a white female, approximately 5’4″, about 128 lbs., blue eyes, dark blonde hair, and had a black book bag with
Investigation Update: Detectives assigned to District D-4 (South End) with the assistance from the Northeastern University Police Department conducted an investigation into an earlier stabbing incident at 291 Huntington Avenue. Through video footage, Detectives were able to locate the involved suspect in the area of 316 Huntington Avenue. Stephen Dantzler, 58, of Boston, was placed
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Officers from the Bureau of Community Engagement (BCE) returned to Dorchester House for another session of the H.O.P.E. Taekwondo Program. Our young participants focused on refining their form, paying attention to detail while practicing new techniques and strengthening the fundamentals of Taekwondo. The session showcased discipline, growth, and a commitment to improving each time. The
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On Tuesday, March 31, 2026, members of the Youth Violence Strike Force were conducting a firearm investigation in the area of 435 Hyde Park Avenue. About 12:15 PM, officers observed a motor vehicle with two known occupants believed to be in possession of a firearm. The vehicle was seen operating on Neponset Street towards Hyde
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