Boston Police Department
Coverage of Boston Police Department in the Nexus archive.
- Second heartless crook wanted for robbing Boston children’s lemonade stand pictured by cops
A teenage boy was arrested for robbing a sibling-duo's lemonade stand in South Boston on June 10, while authorities seek the second suspect, described as shirtless in black pants. The Boston Police Department is appealing to the public for help identifying the second individual.
- Massachusetts man assaults woman, 62, at Aventura bus stop for refusing sex, cops say
A 25-year-old Massachusetts man was arrested for allegedly punching a 62-year-old woman at an Aventura bus depot after she refused his sexual advances. The attack, which occurred on Feb. 4, resulted in the victim sustaining multiple facial fractures and being hospitalized as a trauma alert.
- Boston police arrest 14-year-old after masked suspects allegedly rob siblings’ lemonade stand
A 14-year-old was arrested for allegedly participating in an armed robbery of a lemonade stand operated by an 11-year-old girl and her 12-year-old brother in South Boston. Suspects stole a cash box containing $50 and displayed a firearm during the incident. The second suspect remains at large.
- Boston police looking for suspects in armed robbery of kids' lemonade stand
The Boston Police Department is investigating two boys accused of robbing a children's lemonade stand at gunpoint. Authorities are seeking the suspects in connection to the armed robbery.
- Boston police investigate armed robbery of children's lemonade stand by suspects as young as 11
Boston police are investigating an armed robbery of a children's lemonade stand in South Boston. Two suspects, aged 14 and 11, approached the stand, one displaying a black firearm, and stole $50 in cash before fleeing. The community is rallying to support the affected family.
- Karen Read says she gets free meals and discounts everywhere after not guilty verdict
Karen Read, acquitted of murder charges in the death of her former boyfriend John O'Keefe, a Boston police officer, claims she receives free meals and discounts in public places. She faces ongoing professional consequences, including an unreinstated license and active legal disputes with Massachusetts law enforcement agencies over the investigation's handling.
- Karen Read sues the police agencies that investigated her Boston police boyfriend's death
Karen Read filed a lawsuit against Massachusetts State Police and the town of Canton, alleging misconduct and negligence in the investigation into her boyfriend's death. The suit claims systemic failures and biased conduct by investigators, including former trooper Michael Proctor and former Canton police sergeant Sean Goode, citing communications showing racist and sexist remarks.
- Democratic Boston councilor rips 'soft-on-crime' policies after suspected gunman's violent past revealed
A Democratic Boston city councilor criticized 'soft-on-crime' policies after a suspected gunman's violent past was revealed. Tyler Brown, 46, allegedly opened fire in Cambridge, shooting four people. Brown has a history of violent crimes, including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.
- If you break into a home without any clothes on, have some respect don't then lie on the couch and smoke crack
A 28-year-old man named Jainel Roman broke into a home in Boston's Beacon Hill, smoked crack on the couch, and was found naked by police. The homeowner called 911 after finding Roman, who is now facing charges including breaking and entering and lewdness. The incident occurred on a Saturday morning while the homeowner's children were present.
- A timeline of the Karen Read case
Karen Read was acquitted of murdering her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, in a high-profile Massachusetts murder trial and retrial. The case has drawn significant public attention due to its legal and personal complexities.