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Mattapan, Boston, MA

Elderly Boston Man Charged In Stabbing That Left One Hospitalized Elderly Boston Man Charged In Stabbing That Left One Hospitalized
Elderly Boston Man Charged In Stabbing That Left One Hospitalized A 70-year-old man in Boston has been charged in connection with a stabbing that injured another man in Mattapan, police said. Joseph J. Marrow, of Dorchester, was arrested on Wednesday, Jan. 17, shortly before 10 p.m. after the stabbing that happened near 442 River St. Related: 2nd Man Busted In Stabbing Soon-To-Be Dad Wilfredo Arevalo Officers found another man suffering from a non-life threatening stab wound, police said. He was rushed to a local hospital, and Marrow stayed on scene and was arrested. Related: Pedro Caetano Arrested, Charged After Stabbing In Milford Marrow i…
Third Teen Dies In Hospital Days After Boston Rollover Crash: State Police Third Teen Dies In Hospital Days After Boston Rollover Crash: State Police
Third Teen Dies In Hospital Days After Boston Rollover Crash: State Police A passenger who was rushed to the hospital in grave condition after a rollover crash in Boston has died, authorities said.  He was a 17-year-old from Roslindale, state police said.  The crash happened on the northbound side of Morrisey Boulevard shortly after 3 a.m. on Jan. 4 near UMass-Boston. Related: 2 Dead, 2 Injured In Boston Rollover Crash There were four teens inside the 2013 Hyundai Accent, which was reported stolen out of Jamaica Plain and traveling at a high speed just before the crash, police said. Officers also found a gun in the wreckage. A 15-year-old boy …
Boston Man Guilty Of Killing Father Of 2 In 2021 Jury Rules: DA Boston Man Guilty Of Killing Father Of 2 In 2021 Jury Rules: DA
Boston Man Guilty Of Killing Father Of 2 In 2021 Jury Rules: DA A 51-year-old Boston man was convicted of first-degree murder on Wednesday, Nov. 15, in the stabbing death of Ricardo Garcia, a father of two, in the Roxbury neighborhood of Boston in 2021, authorities said.  Karonn Brown, of Mattapan, is one of three people charged in connection with the fatal stabbing, the Suffolk County District Attorney said. Brown, Derrell Sanford, age 28, of Boston, and Dravon Robinson, age 38, of Everett, were all charged in the attack, the prosecutor said.  Their trials will begin next week, the same time that Brown is set to be sentenced to life with…
Man Charged With Killing 12-Year-Old Brother In Fatal Boston Shooting: Police Man Charged With Killing 12-Year-Old Brother In Fatal Boston Shooting: Police
Man Charged With Killing 12-Year-Old Brother In Fatal Boston Shooting: Police A 22-year-old Boston man accused of killing his 12-year-old brother over the summer was arrested on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 20, authorities said.  Walter Hendrick, 22, of Roxbury, was arrested and charged with manslaughter, unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, possession of a large-capacity feeding device, and witness intimidation, Boston police said.  Investigators have released little about what led to the shooting. Police say they were called to 35 Fessenden Street just after 2 p.m. on July 13 to reports of a young boy being shot.  Police found Savion Ellis…
Found: Quincy 13-Year-Old Missing For 4 Days Found: Quincy 13-Year-Old Missing For 4 Days
Found: Quincy 13-Year-Old Missing For 4 Days Quincy police announced via Facebook that Keanu Gil had been located.  "We appreciate everyone’s care and concern," the update from Quincy police read.  Four days after a Norfolk County father reported his son missing police are turning to the public to ask for help finding the boy.  Keanu Gil, of Quincy, was reported missing by his father, Pedro Gil, on Friday, July 8, according to the Quincy Police Department.  Keanu lives at 25 Beacon Street in Quincy and frequents the Quincy Point area.  He was also reported to be in the Mattapan area in Boston…
Armed Robbery Of Mail Carriers: Man, Woman Charged With 2 Boston Heists Armed Robbery Of Mail Carriers: Man, Woman Charged With 2 Boston Heists
Armed Robbery Of Mail Carriers: Man, Woman Charged With 2 Boston Heists A man and woman stand accused of robbing two USPS mail carriers last year — one at knifepoint — to steal their master keys, officials said.  Myesha Lewis, 22, of Boston, and Kenneth Demosthene, 22, of Stoughton, were charged with two counts each of robbery of any person having lawful charge, control, or custody of any mail matter or of any money or other property of the United States, aiding and abetting; two counts each of assaulting, resisting, or impeding certain officers or employees, aiding and abetting, the US Attorney for Massachusetts said. They were both released following a fi…
Tyler Lawrence Killing: 'Evil' Gunman Was Unknown To Norwood Teen, DA Says Tyler Lawrence Killing: 'Evil' Gunman Was Unknown To Norwood Teen, DA Says
Tyler Lawrence Killing: 'Evil' Gunman Was Unknown To Norwood Teen, DA Says Attorneys are adamant that a 34-year-old gunman had no connection to a 13-year-old boy that he allegedly shot and killed last month in Boston, officials said. Csean Skerritt, who was already in federal custody on un-related charges, appeared in BMC Dorchester for the murder of Tyler Lawrence on Friday, Feb. 17, the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office reports. Skerritt, who pleaded not guilty, was ordered held without bail based on his criminal record, the office said. However, an attorney for the Lawrence family says there is more reason to put the accused gunman behind bars.  Cs…
Family Of Tyler Lawrence Looking To Establish Children's Foundation In His Honor Family Of Tyler Lawrence Looking To Establish Children's Foundation In His Honor
Family Of Tyler Lawrence Looking To Establish Children's Foundation In His Honor The family of a 13-year-old boy who was killed in a Boston shooting last month is looking for donations to establish a children's foundation in his honor, according to an online fundraiser. The grandparents of Tyler Lawrence, who was fatally shot while walking to their Mattapan home on Sunday, Jan. 29, started a GoFundMe campaign to help honor their grandson's legacy.  "We are seeking justice for Tyler and we will honor his important and valuable life for the rest of ours," the campaign reads. "We hope to honor his memory by serving our community, providing opportunities to other children …
Arrest Made In Shooting Death Of 13-Year-Old Tyler Lawrence In Boston: Officials Arrest Made In Shooting Death Of 13-Year-Old Tyler Lawrence In Boston: Officials
Arrest Made In Shooting Death Of 13-Year-Old Tyler Lawrence In Boston: Officials An arrest has been made in the shooting death of a 13-year-old boy in Boston two weekends ago, officials said. Csean Skerritt, age 34, was arrested for allegedly shooting and killed Tyler Lawrence on Sunday, Feb. 5, Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden announced on Monday.  Skerritt is charged with murder, being an armed career criminal level III, and various firearm and ammunition charges, Hayden said. He was already in federal custody on un-related charges.  "I want to thank the Boston Police detectives for their extraordinary, nonstop work on this case, and the US Attorney’s O…
Family Outraged After 'Well-Loved' Norwood Teenager Dies In Boston Shooting Family Outraged After 'Well-Loved' Norwood Teenager Dies In Boston Shooting
Family Outraged After 'Well-Loved' Norwood Teenager Dies In Boston Shooting Family members are outraged after a 13-year-old boy from Norwood was shot to death in Boston over the weekend.  Tyler Lawrence's mother, Remy Lawrence, said her son was walking near his grandparent's house in Mattapan when he was shot and killed in broad daylight on Sunday, Jan. 29.  The grief-stricken mother said her son "doesn't have any enemies" and that whoever shot him mistook him for another person, 7News reports. “Everybody in this city should be outraged and if you’re not what’s wrong," Remy told the outlet. “I want to know where are you people? It’s 11:20 in the morning, somebody…
Man Killed In Morning Boston Shooting: Police Man Killed In Morning Boston Shooting: Police
Man Killed In Morning Boston Shooting: Police Authorities in Boston are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Mattapan over the weekend. Police responded for a shot spotter activation in the area of Fremont and Babson Streets around 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 29, Boston Police report. Upon arrival, officers found an adult male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds in the area of 119 Babson Street. He was pronounced dead at the scene and his name was not released. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Boston Police at (617) 343-4470. Anonymous tips can be made by calling the CrimeStopper…
Mayor Wu Prioritizes Rent Control, Green Housing In Boston 2023 Agenda Mayor Wu Prioritizes Rent Control, Green Housing In Boston 2023 Agenda
Mayor Wu Prioritizes Rent Control, Green Housing In Boston 2023 Agenda Rent control and affordable housing are top priorities for the City of Boston's 2023-2024 legislative agenda, according to the mayor's office.  Mayor Michelle Wu is continuing her push for fair and accessible housing according to the agenda posted by the mayor's office on Friday, Jan. 20, building on Wu's previous housing-focused initiatives.   The agenda's proposals would amend state laws if passed and include initiatives for transportation, early education, climate, and planning and development in addition to housing. Wu's administration is focusing on building wealth in communities …
'Fly High Mol': 33-Year-Old Boston Father Of 2 Killed In New Year's Day Shooting 'Fly High Mol': 33-Year-Old Boston Father Of 2 Killed In New Year's Day Shooting
'Fly High Mol': 33-Year-Old Boston Father Of 2 Killed In New Year's Day Shooting A Boston neighborhood is in mourning after a 33-year-old father of two children was shot and killed on New Year's Day, according to authorities.  Jymaal Cox, of Mattapan, was found shot to death near 1601 Blue Hill Avenue just before 6 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1, Boston Police report.  Responding officers also found another adult male suffering from non-life-threatening gunshot wounds in the area. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment, police said. "Words can’t even express how heartbroken I am," one Facebook user said in response to Cox's death. "If anyone knows, they know Jymaal wa…
Violent Night: 1 Killed, 5 Injured In 3 Separate Boston Shootings, Police Say Violent Night: 1 Killed, 5 Injured In 3 Separate Boston Shootings, Police Say
Violent Night: 1 Killed, 5 Injured In 3 Separate Boston Shootings, Police Say Boston Police are investigating a string of shootings in the city where six people were either killed or injured in one night over the weekend.  The first shooting happened in the area of 10 Orlando Street in Mattapan around 9:10 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 7, police report. Responding officers found two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.  Both were taken to local hospitals for treatment where one male victim, 48-year-old Edwin Pizarro, of Mattapan, was pronounced dead. The other sustained life-threatening-injuries, police said.  Then, police responded to a second sho…
Man Victim Of Third Fatal Weekend Shooting In Boston Man Victim Of Third Fatal Weekend Shooting In Boston
Man Victim Of Third Fatal Weekend Shooting In Boston A man is the third victim of back-to-back fatal shootings reported in Boston over the weekend, authorities said.  Police responded to a report of a person shot in the area of 483 Geneva Avenue in Dorchester around 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, Boston Police reports.  Upon arrival, officers found an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital where he later died, police said. This comes after a woman was fatally shot in Mattapan also on Sunday and a 36-year-old man was fatally shot in Dorchester on Saturday.  The investigation into all sh…
Boston Man Who Fired At Police During Armed Robbery Escape Gets 16 Years: Feds Boston Man Who Fired At Police During Armed Robbery Escape Gets 16 Years: Feds
Boston Man Who Fired At Police During Armed Robbery Escape Gets 16 Years: Feds A 31-year-old Boston man who pleaded guilty to taking part in a violent Brockton armed robbery in 2019 was sentenced to 16 years in federal prison, the US Attorney's Office said. Stephan Rosser-Stewart was part of a four-man group that robbed a T-Mobile store and fired several shots while trying to make their getaway from police, authorities said. Federal prosecutors charged Rosser-Stewart, Darius Carter, and Diovanni Carter in the robbery. State authorities also charged Dennis Martin in the case.  The men walked into the Belmont Street store and shoved a gun to the man…
Boston Police ID Teenager Shot To Death Thursday Night Boston Police ID Teenager Shot To Death Thursday Night
Boston Police ID Teenager Shot To Death Thursday Night Boston police say they've identified the teenager who was shot and killed Thursday night in Mattapan.  Xavier Barkon, 19, was found bleeding from a bullet wound when police arrived just after 8:30 p.m. in the 4 Oak Hill area, officials said. Responders rushed him to a hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead later that night, Boston police said.  Police ask anyone with information on the killing or what led up to it to speak with investigators by calling (617) 343-4470. Text the word TIP to 27463 to leave an anonymous tip. 
Man Shot To Death In Boston Neighborhood; Police Investigating Man Shot To Death In Boston Neighborhood; Police Investigating
Man Shot To Death In Boston Neighborhood; Police Investigating Boston police said a man was shot to death Thursday evening, Aug. 11, and investigators are asking for help to find the shooter. The man was shot just after 8:30 p.m. near 4 Oak Hill Avenue in Mattapan, Boston police said. When officers arrived, they found him bleeding but still alive. Responders rushed him to a nearby hospital, where doctors later pronounced him dead, police said.  Boston police are investigating the case and ask anyone with information to contact homicide detectives at (617) 343-4470. If you want to leave an anonymous tip, call CrimeStoppers 1-800 -494-TIPS…
13-Year-Old Boston Girl Missing Since Last Week, Police Hoping For Leads 13-Year-Old Boston Girl Missing Since Last Week, Police Hoping For Leads
13-Year-Old Boston Girl Missing Since Last Week, Police Hoping For Leads Boston police are asking for the public's help in finding a missing 13-year-old girl who disappeared from her home last week.  Nah-Tayleigh Brown was last seen at her Roxbury home in the Dewey Terrace area on Friday, July 29. She had on a black shirt, black pants, and multi-colored rainbow Crocs. Officers spoke with her shortly after she disappeared, but she refused to come home or give any information about where she was staying.  Authorities said she likes to hang around the Mattapan area. Boston police detectives ask anyone with information on Nah-Tayleigh Brown's wh…
Boston Police ID Man Shot In The Head In Mattapan Boston Police ID Man Shot In The Head In Mattapan
Boston Police ID Man Shot In The Head In Mattapan Boston police say they have identified the man who was shot and killed last week in Mattapan.  Jahieem Gist-Vailes, 21, died on Thursday, July 21, after being shot in the head near 14 Orlando Street, Boston Police said. He was dead when officers arrived on the scene, officials added. They did not say if Gist-Vailes was a local resident.  Police are still searching for the person responsible for the slaying.  Investigators ask anyone with information to contact homicide detectives at 617-343-4470. Call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-494-TIPS to leave an anonymous tip. 
Man Killed In Late Night Boston Shooting; Another Seriously Injured: Police Man Killed In Late Night Boston Shooting; Another Seriously Injured: Police
Man Killed In Late Night Boston Shooting; Another Seriously Injured: Police Authorities are investigating after a man was shot to death over the weekend in Boston. Police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Norfolk Street and Elizabeth Street in Mattapan around 9:14 p.m. on Sunday, July 17, Boston Police said. Upon arrival, officers found an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead, according to police.  This is the second homicide to occur in Boston over the weekend after a man was stabbed to death in Dorchester overnight Saturday.  In addition, police responded t…
SWAT Team Assists In Arrest Of Tewksbury Man Wanted For Boston Shooting SWAT Team Assists In Arrest Of Tewksbury Man Wanted For Boston Shooting
SWAT Team Assists In Arrest Of Tewksbury Man Wanted For Boston Shooting A Tewksbury man was arrested in connection with a shooting that happened in Boston, authorities said.  Ron Bell, age 22, was wanted in connection to a shots fired incident that happened in Mattapan on the evening of July 4, according to Boston Police.  He arrested on numerous violent offenses at his home on 22 Revere Road in Tewksbury on Monday, July 11, Tewksbury Police said. The arrest required a large police and SWAT team presence as Bell barricaded himself inside the home, police said.  Heavy police presence at 22 Revere Rd. Subject is in custody after assistance from the SWAT Te…