The Boston Police Department Remembers the Service and Sacrifice of Officer Jose A. Maceira Who Died On This Day 49 Years Ago

The men and women of the Boston Police Department remember the service and sacrifice of Officer Jose A. Maceira who died as a result of injuries sustained in the line of duty 49 years ago today. Officer Jose Maceira joined the Boston Police Department in February of 1974. Several short months later, on November 23, […]

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Drug Investigation Leads to Arrest and the Recovery of Crack Cocaine and Cash in Dorchester

Keeping Boston Safe: At about 6:00 AM on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, members of the Citywide Drug Control Unit and the District D-4 (South End) Drug Control Unit executed a search warrant resulting in the arrest of Daniel Harris, 41-years-old, of Dorchester as well as the recovery of drugs and cash in the area of

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BPD Hockey Collaborates with S.C.O.R.E Boston to Continue Learn to Skate Program

BPD Hockey teamed up with S.C.O.R.E Boston, the Boston Police Foundation, and the Boston Bruins Foundation to continue the community favorite Learn to Skate Program at Warrior Ice Arena. This ongoing program helps youth ages 6–12 from across the city build skills on the ice, grow their confidence, make new friends, plus so much more.

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BPD in the Community: Command Staff and District E-5 Collaborate with Sugar Baking Company for “Cannoli with a Cop” Event

Members of the BPD Command Staff, along with officers from District E-5, teamed up with our partners at Sugar Baking Company in West Roxbury for a sweet community event, “Cannoli with a Cop”. It was great to see so many community members stop by to enjoy a treat, ask questions, and share any concerns or

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BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek Public’s Assistance Identifying Suspect in Clarendon Street Armed Robbery

The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured below in connection with an armed robbery at a business located at 47 Clarendon Street in Boston. At approximately 7:28 PM on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, officers assigned to District D-4 (South End/Back Bay) responded to 47 Clarendon Street following a

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Dorchester Man Arrested on Firearm Charges Following Roxbury Foot Pursuit 

Members of the Boston Police Department’s Youth Violence Strike Force, working alongside Massachusetts State Police and Transit Police, arrested a Dorchester man Tuesday evening after officers observed him attempting to conceal a firearm near 70 Wayland Street in Roxbury. At approximately 6:42 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, officers were conducting proactive patrols in the

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Juvenile Drops Backpack Containing Loaded Firearm During Traffic Stop in Roxbury 

At approximately 4:52 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, officers assigned to District B-2 conducted a traffic stop in Roxbury that resulted in the arrest of a 17-year-old male on multiple firearm-related charges. Officers on directed patrol observed a motor vehicle traveling with a defective taillight in the area of Humboldt Avenue, Walnut Avenue, Martin

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BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek Public’s Assistance Identifying Suspects in Roxbury Shooting

The Boston Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects wanted in connection with a shooting that occurred at 3 Kendall Street in Roxbury. At approximately 7:12 PM on Sunday, March 29, 2026, officers assigned to District D-4 responded to 3 Kendall Street following a report of a person shot. Upon arrival,

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Boston 24 and Public Journal for Wednesday, April 29, 2026

24-Hour Period Beginning Tuesday @10AM through Wednesday @10AM Homicides: 0 Robberies: 6 Aggravated Assault: 4 Commercial Burglary: 0 Residential Burglary: 2 Other Burglary: 0 Larceny From a Vehicle: 2 Other Larceny: 16 Auto Theft: 3 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 C-11 Meets with Bowdoin Geneva Merchant’s Association

Captain McCarthy and officers from District C-11 recently connected with members of the Bowdoin Geneva Merchant’s Association to talk with local business owners. Officers took time to have important conversations about day-to-day business operations, listen to concerns, and discuss ways we can continue working together to support the neighborhood. Building strong relationships with our local

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