Crime & Safety stories in Boston

A 17-year-old boy from Roxbury faces multiple weapon charges following a traffic stop in Dorchester. Police discovered a loaded Glock handgun during the stop, leading to his arrest.

Millis police are urging parents to inspect their children's Halloween candy after laxatives were discovered in sealed packages. The incident occurred in neighborhoods including Rolling Meadow, May Road, and Paddock Lane, and authorities are investigating whether it was intentional.

Marico Levy, 18, has been arrested in Texas for the August stabbing death of Latavius Owens at Boston's South Station. The incident occurred during an altercation on an escalator.

Erpawi Roque Collado pleaded guilty to stealing a U.S. citizen's identity to fraudulently obtain over $20,000 in welfare benefits. He faces significant prison time for his actions.

An 18-year-old, Marico Levy, has been arrested in Texas for his alleged involvement in the deadly stabbing of Latavius Owens at South Station in Boston. The incident occurred on August 12 during a fight on an escalator.

A targeted shooting at a Spirit Halloween store in Fairfield, California, resulted in the death of a pregnant woman and injuries to six others. The incident has raised concerns in the community, especially with Halloween celebrations planned.

Marico Levy, an 18-year-old from Aubrey, Texas, has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing at South Station. He turned himself in at a Texas police station on Friday night.

Marico Levy, an 18-year-old from Texas, has turned himself in for the murder of Latavius Owens, 29, following a dispute over money at South Station. The incident occurred on an escalator, and Levy's arraignment date in Boston is yet to be determined.

An 18-year-old Tewksbury resident, Trenton Touch, was arrested for allegedly linking to a fascist extremist group and making threats online. The FBI raid uncovered a handgun and ammunition in his bedroom, following a report of his extremist beliefs and violent content shared on social media.

Steven Muller, 38, has been indicted for motor vehicle homicide after a hit-and-run incident that killed 75-year-old Irene LePage in Chelmsford. The charges were upgraded following LePage's death from injuries sustained in the March 25 crash.

Boston police officials defended the crime lab's leadership during a state oversight board meeting, addressing concerns raised by City Councilor Ed Flynn. The board has requested a report on actions taken to improve lab operations following recommendations made in February 2025.

After a two-month investigation into drug distribution in downtown Salem, police arrested 10 individuals for selling crack cocaine and fentanyl. The operation was part of a broader effort to address substance use issues in the community.

Christa Pike, who survived a failed execution attempt in Tennessee, shares her ongoing pain and trauma in her first public statement. The incident raises questions about the state's handling of lethal injections.

A Boston Police officer shot a man armed with a large knife during a mental health crisis in Brighton. The man was initially reported to be threatening self-harm and later charged at officers, resulting in the officer discharging his firearm.

In the murder trial of Matthew Farwell, a forensic psychiatrist testified that Sandra Birchmore had a history of suicidal behavior, supporting the defense's claim that she took her own life. Prosecutors allege Farwell killed Birchmore to prevent her from revealing his criminal activities.

The assassination of Carlos Alberto Manzo, a mayor known for fighting against cartels, continues to impact Uruapan, Mexico. His partner, Mayor Grecia Quiroz, now faces threats to her safety as political violence escalates in the region.

A man armed with a knife was shot by police in Brighton after threatening self-harm. He later succumbed to his injuries.

A man died following a police-involved shooting in Boston's Brighton neighborhood during a mental health crisis. Officers attempted to de-escalate the situation before the man charged at them, resulting in the shooting.

A Boston police officer shot a man experiencing a mental health crisis in Brighton on Friday morning. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about police interactions with individuals in crisis.

A police shooting occurred on Friday in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston, prompting a lockdown of the area. Authorities have not disclosed the identity or condition of the individual who was shot.

Mario Alberto Morales, an ICE officer, has been charged with aggravated assault after allegedly intentionally hitting a construction worker with his vehicle in Houston. The incident has raised questions about the accountability of federal officers during immigration enforcement actions.

Prosecutors have dropped a felony charge against rapper Rick Ross due to insufficient evidence in a domestic violence case. He still faces a misdemeanor charge and has pleaded not guilty.

A man armed with a knife was shot by police in Brighton after threatening self-harm and later pursuing officers. He is in critical condition.

A man in Brighton was shot by police after charging at them with a large knife during a mental health crisis. He is currently in critical condition, while the officers involved were taken to the hospital for observation.

A man was critically injured and later died following a police-involved shooting in Brighton, Boston, during a mental health crisis. The incident involved officers attempting to de-escalate the situation before the man charged at them with a knife.

A man and woman were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide in Manchester, NH, while their eight-year-old son was injured. The child is currently in stable condition after being hospitalized.

An officer-involved shooting is currently under investigation in the Brighton neighborhood of Boston. Authorities have cordoned off the area and are expected to provide updates during a news conference.

Police Scotland has launched an investigation into former Prince Andrew's interactions with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell at Balmoral. The inquiry follows claims of trafficking related to the estate, with the investigation still in its early stages.