Tuesday, December 31, 2013

Last Fare evader with warrant for 2013 ????

Gerald Galligan
On December 30, 2013 at approximately 8 am Transit Police officers from Area 4 were performing Point of Entry Policing at the MBTA's Forest Hills station. While there officers did observe a male, later identified as Gerald Galligan, 35 of Abington fare evade by "piggybacking" in behind a paying customer. Officers approached Galligan and subsequently discovered there was a warrant in existence for Galligan's arrest for violation of the Commonwealth's Drug Laws issued from Brighton District Court. Galligan was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. This was Galligan's second fare evasion offence and he was cited accordingly.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Friday, December 27, 2013

FBI seeks public assistance

The FBI’s Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking the public’s assistance to identify a serial bank robber, the Brim Beanie Bandit, who is alleged to have robbed four banks and one attempt in the greater Boston area from December 10 to December 23. While a weapon has not been seen during the commission of any of the robberies, the suspect is considered armed and dangerous.
The alleged robber is a white male, believed to be in his late 40s or early 50s, and approximately 5’7” tall and 150 pounds. During the robberies, he has worn a dark sweatshirt or jacket, black pants, black gloves, and dark brown or black boots/shoes with a black and/or gray brim beanie cap. The Brim Beanie Bandit enters the bank, approaches the teller, and either shows or leaves a note asking for money. On all robberies, the bandit fled the bank in an unknown direction; it is unknown at this time if a vehicle is being used for transportation.
The FBI is offering a monetary reward for information leading directly to the arrest and charging of the robber. Anyone with information regarding the robbery should call the FBI’s Boston Division at (617) 742-5533.

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Thursday, December 26, 2013

Grinch like behavior lands man in Jail.

Andre Rivera
On December 24, 2013 at approximately 5:20 pm Transit Police officers working in Area 4 received a radio call to respond to Forest Hills MBTA station for a robbery in progress. Upon arrival officers were met by a female victim and an MBTA employee. The victim informed the officers, while in the lobby area of the station, she placed a shopping type bag on the ground containing her cellular telephone, purse, cash and other personal items. Suddenly a male grabbed the shopping bag and began to quickly walk away. The victim yelled out to the would be Grinch and chased after him. The victim was able to catch up to and retrieve her belongings from the male near the station's entrance/exit doors.

Based on the description provided officers located a male, later identified as Andre Rivera, 60 of Jamaica Plain, on the pathway leading to South Street. The victim positively identified Rivera as the man whole had stolen her bag and Rivera was placed into custody for Larceny from the Person and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. Rivera is expected to be arraigned sometime today in West Roxbury District Court.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Tuesday, December 24, 2013

Rumpelstiltskin Not Again !!!

John Kimball
On December 23, 2013 at approximately 3:20 pm Transit Police officers working in Area 1 received a radio call to respond to Boylston MBTA station for a report of a male masturbating while utilizing a pornographic magazine on the inbound platform. Upon arrival officers spoke with the reporting party who pointed out the offending male  now seated on a bench.

Officers approached the male and noticed he was attempting to hide his left hand, officers requested the male display both his hands and as he did so officers observed a pornographic magazine in his left hand. ( Back on November 22, 2013 we posted a blog about a male subject who identified himself as Rumpelstiltskin see posting here . Guess what ?? He's back !!!!!)

The offending male, John Kimball, 57, of Boston, had three warrants in existence for his arrest issued from Boston Municipal Court for Assault & Battery, Somerville District Court for Disorderly Conduct and Cambridge District Court for Unarmed Robbery was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. Kimball will also be charged with Lewd & Lascivious Conduct. The magazine was seized as evidence.


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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Sunday, December 22, 2013

Boston Police Community Alert-Downtown Area

UPDATE****Both subjects have been identified and arrested by Boston Police on 12/23/2013.

The Boston Police Department is issuing a Community Alert following multiple incidents of Commercial Robberies in the Downtown area. The incident descriptions are as follows:
At about 4:01 PM, Saturday, December 21, 2013 officers from District A-1 (Downtown) responded to a radio call for a Robbery in Progress in the area of 38 Cooper Street (Venice Convenience Store) in the Downtown area. On arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated he had been robbed of both products and U.S. Currency. The suspect is described as a white male, in his early twenties, approximately 5’5” tall, short black hair, clean shaven, wearing a blue Adidas baseball cap, a black hooded sweatshirt and black sweatpants. The suspect was not armed. The suspect fled on foot.
At about 7:31 PM, Saturday, December 21, 2013 officers from District A-1 (Downtown) responded to a radio call for an Armed Robbery in Progress in the area of 70 East India Row (7-11 Store) in the Downtown area. On arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated a male suspect had attempted to rob his business. The suspect is described as a white male, in his early twenties, approximately 5’8” tall, 180 lbs, wearing a black winter cap, and a white sweater. The suspect motioned that he had been armed. Witnesses stated that an additional suspect described as a black male wearing a blue winter cap, blue coat and blue jeans was present outside of the business. The suspects fled on foot.
At about 2:59 AM, Sunday, December 22, 2013, officers from District A-1 (Downtown) responded to a radio call for an Armed Robbery in the area of 103 State. Street (7-11 Store) in the Downtown area. On arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated that he had been robbed of U.S. Currency by two white male suspects. The first suspect is described as a white male, in his mid-twenties, approximately 5’7” tall, wearing a black jacket and a red t-shirt. The second suspect is described as a light skinned black male in his mid-twenties.
At about 7:22 AM, Sunday, December 22, 2013, officers from District A-1 (Downtown) responded to a radio call for a Robbery in Progress in the area of 2 Atlantic Avenue (Starbucks) in the Downtown area. On arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated that she had been robbed of U.S. Currency. The suspect is described as a white male, in his early thirties, approximately 5’9” tall, 180lbs. slicked back black hair, wearing a dark gray double breasted pea coat. The suspect was not armed. The suspect fled on foot. Witnesses stated that an additional suspect described as a light skinned black male, in his mid-thirties, approximately 5’6”, 160 lbs., wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt with a zipper, was also present. The suspects fled on foot.
Detectives are also investigating an incident in the area of 170 Salem St. The incident is described as follows:
At about 7:58 PM, Saturday, December 21, 2013 officers from District A-1 (Downtown) responded to a radio call for a Panic Alarm in the area of 170 Salem Street (Salem Market) in the Downtown area. On arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated that he had been robbed of U.S. Currency. The suspect is described as a black male, in his mid-thirties, approximately 5’8” tall, 170 lbs, wearing a black winter cap with multi-colored dark and white stripes, dark pants and white sneakers. The suspect motioned that he had been armed. Witnesses stated that an additional suspect described as a white male was present outside of the business. The suspects fled on foot.
If you see these subjects while traveling on the MBTA contact us immediately at 617-222-1212,  our SeeSay app or via anonymous text @ 873873.
If you have information relative to the identity or whereabouts of these individuals contact the Boston Police Area-1 Detectives at 617-343-4248.
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Saturday, December 21, 2013

East Boston man arrested for incident at Maverick Sq. MBTA

Thomas Caruso
On December 20, 2013 at approximately 5:45 pm Transit Police officers while on patrol at Maverick Sq. MBTA station were approached by an MBTA employee who informed them an unknown male just broke a window on an MBTA bus. The employee further stated the bus was filled to capacity and the unknown male was informed he could not board and would have to board the next one. The unknown male began to scream and kick at the bus windows causing a window to break and form a spider web crack throughout.

TPD Officers conducted an area search for the offending male and located a party matching the description provided on Paris Street. The MBTA employee/reporting party positively identified the male as the man who kicked and broke the bus window. The male, later identified as Thomas Carsuo, 55 of East Boston, was placed into custody for Malicious Destruction of Property.  While the officers were attempting to place Caruso into the cruiser he became belligerent towards them and kicked an officer striking him in the thigh area. Caruso was brought under control and transported back to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. During this process officers discovered Caruso was in possession of several items that still had security anti-theft devices from Marshall's affixed to them.

Caruso will be arraigned sometime on 12/23/2013 in East Boston District Court for Malicious Destruction of Property, Assault on a Police Officer and Receiving Stolen Property.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Man arrested for Assault-South Station

Ronald Bellerice
On December 20, 2013 at approximately 7:50 pm Transit Police officers while on patrol in the South Station Commuter Rail were approached by a concerned citizen who stated there was a male urinating on the wall just outside the McDonald's Restaurant. The officers proceeded in that direction and while en route were approached by other patrons who informed the officers it appeared there was an altercation about to happen near the McDonald's Restaurant (same location as the male urinating). Upon arrival of the officers they were met by a male victim who informed the officers he (victim) was just slashed with a box cutter and pointed to another male as the perpetrator. Officers observed a slice mark on the victims jacket however there was NO penetration of the skin. Officers approached the other male, later identified as Ronald Bellerice, 43 of Mattapan and recovered a box cutter from his pocket. A witness came forward and stated they observed Bellerice urinating on the wall prior to slashing at the victim with a box cutter. Officers placed Bellerice into custody for Assault by Means of a Dangerous Weapon and transported him to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. Bellerice is expected to be arraigned sometime on 12/23/2013 in Boston Municipal Court-Central Division.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Friday, December 20, 2013

Video-Persons of Interest for a stabbing-Ruggles MBTA

On Wednesday, December 18, 2013, at approximately 5:35 PM, the two males depicted within stabbed a male in the upper busway of the MBTA Ruggles Station. The victim was stabbed as he came to the aid of an unidentified female who was being assaulted by the two unidentified males.

If you have any information relative to the identity or whereabouts of these two individuals please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050 or send us an anonymous text to 873873.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Boston man arrested for Indecent Assault

Pierre Clemat
On September 6, 2013 at approximately 10:20 am Transit Police officers from Area 2 received a radio call to respond to Porter Sq. MBTA station for a report of an assault. Upon arrival officers were met by a female victim who stated the following; Victim was traveling northbound on a Red Line train, at Central Sq. station an unknown male boarded and positioned himself on the seat next to the victim. As the train continued the unknown male began to make lewd statements directed towards the victim. The victim exited the train at Porter Sq. the unknown male followed the victim off the train and as the victim was riding up the escalator the unknown male indecently assaulted the victim. The unknown male then fled.

On December 19, 2013 subsequent to an investigation conducted by Transit Police Detectives, Pierre Clemat, 23 of Boston was arrested at Transit Police HQ for Indecent Assault & Battery. Clemat is expected to be arraigned sometime today in Cambridge District Court.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Thursday, December 19, 2013

Persons of Interest-Recognize them ? Please contact us

Transit Police Detectives are seeking the identity of the male
subjects depicted within. If you know the whereabouts or identity of these individuals please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can always text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on our SeeSay app.
 

On Wednesday, December 18, 2013, at approximately 5:35 PM, the two males depicted within stabbed a male in the upper busway of the MBTA Ruggles Station. The victim was stabbed as he came to the aid of an unidentified female who was being assaulted by the two unidentified males.


The subjects are described as follows: Subject one (1) is a black male with a dark complexion, medium build, wearing a black winter hat covering is ears, black parka jacket, light khaki colored pants, large eyeglasses with a dark colored rim.

 
Subject two (2) is a light skinned male, wearing a knit hat with a hood over hit, a two toned (black and gray) dark colored parka jacket, light colored sweatpants or jeans and black Adidas sneakers with white stripes and a black.


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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.
 

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Assault results in NON-Life threatening stab wound-Ruggles MBTA

Assault Investigation
On December 18, 2013 at approximately 5:50 pm Transit Police officers from Area 4 received a radio call to respond to Ruggles MBTA station for a report of a person stabbed. Upon arrival officers located an approximately 59 year old male victim who appeared to be suffering from a stab wound to the torso area. Boston EMS responded administered emergency care and transported the victim to a local area hospital for a NON life threatening injury.

Transit Police detectives are actively investigating the facts and circumstances leading to the incident. If you have any information relative to tonight's incident please contact our Criminal Investigation Unit at 617-222-1050. As always if you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can simply text your tip to us at 873873.

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Good Samaritan intervenes during robbery. Cell phone returned

Robbery Investigation
On December 17, 2013 at approximately 7 pm when most folks were concerned with navigating their way home through a substantial snow storm one individual's focus was on robbing people. At the above noted time Transit Police Officers from Area 4 received a radio call to respond to the corner of Cambridge and Wilton Street's in Allston for a report of a robbery that occurred on board an MBTA bus. Upon arrival officers met with the female victim and a witness/Good Samaritan. The officers were provided with the following information:  the victim while traveling on board a Route 66 MBTA bus was holding her Apple iPhone 5S when suddenly a male forcefully grabbed the phone from her hand and fled off the bus.

Another passenger who witnessed the robbery came to the victim's aid and pursued the robber off the bus and chased him down tackling him into a snow bank. The Good Samaritan demanded the robber return the victim's cell phone. The robber, apparently surprised by the Good Samaritan's actions, held up both his hands to show he no longer possessed the cell and stated he dropped the phone to the ground as he was being chased. The Good Samaritan then released the robber who fled in an unknown direction.

Transit Police officers retracing the path of the pursuit were able to locate the victim's cell phone and return it to her.

The robber was described as : Hispanic or possibly White male in his mid to late 20's, approximately 5'10 in height wearing a blue vest with a hood, grey sweater and black plastic frame glasses. Transit Police detectives are actively investigating the incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050 or if you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can simply text us your tip to 873873.

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Friday, December 13, 2013

MBTA employee assaulted, arrest made.

Damien Bundu
On December 8, 2013 at approximately 10:15 am an MBTA employee was working at the MBTA's Orient Heights station when he was violently set upon by a male. The victim/MBTA employee,  48 years of age and 14 year employee, suffered serious facial injuries as a result of the unprovoked assault. The victim was transported to a local area hospital for emergency care.

Subsequent to an investigation by Transit Police detectives Damien Bundu, 23 of Mattapan, was arrested on December 12, 2013 for an unrelated warrant. Subsequent to an interview with detectives Bundu will be charged for the above referenced assault. It is expected Bundu will be arraigned sometime today in East Boston District Court for Aggravated Assault & Battery causing Injury.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Weymouth man arrested for Assault

Ricardo Dagraca
On December 12, 2013 at approximately 9:20 pm Transit Police officers from Area 3 received a radio call to respond to Quincy Center MBTA station for an assault in progress. Upon arrival officers observed a male, later identified as Ricardo Dagraca, 25 of Weymouth chasing the victim and throwing punches at him. Officers immediately intervened and restrained Dagraca from further assaulting the victim. The victim informed the officers as he was waiting for a bus Dagraca, unprovoked, initiated a altercation and began punching him about the face.

Officers placed Dagraca into custody for Aggravated Assault & Battery and transported him to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. The victim was transported to a local area hospital for injuries sustained during the assault. Dagraca will be arraigned in Quincy District Court sometime today.

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Shop with a Cop 2013

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Recognize this thief ? Please contact us

Transit Police Detectives are seeking the identity of the male subject depicted within. If you know the whereabouts or identity of this individual please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can always text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on our SeeSay app.

On Monday, December 2, 2013, at approximately 5:19 a.m., the male depicted within stole a bag containing a laptop computer from the seating area by the McDonalds in the MBTA South Station Bus Terminal. The male is observed on video stealing the bag and leaving through the main entrance of the Bus Terminal toward Atlantic Avenue.

The subject is described as follows;

   White male, 18-25 years of age, approximately 6’0” in height, 180lbs., wearing a dark jacket,  a white, black, and yellow baseball hat, dark jeans and carrying a red shopping bag

media inquiries should be directed to tpdnews@mbta.com

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Trespasser struck Fenway MBTA station

Death Investigation
On December 11, 2013 at approximately 9 pm Transit Police officers from Area 4 received a radio call to respond to Fenway MBTA Station for a person possibly struck by a trolley. Multiple Transit Police units responded along with Boston Police, Fire and EMS. Transit Police personnel on scene report the following preliminary information: a white male approximate age of 40 while trespassing on the inbound track at Fenway Station was struck by a Green Line trolley. The male has been pronounced deceased as a result of injuries sustained. Transit Police detectives along with representatives from the Suffolk County DA's Office are currently investigating the facts and circumstances leading to the incident.

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Monday, December 9, 2013

TPD Officer saves the life of roaming pit bull on MBTA CR tracks

"Rudolph"
********UPDATE**********
Rudolph the pit bull terrier has been reunited with his family. His true name is Bear. Great job Officer Murawski-Dupont.

On December 9, 2013 at approximately 10:00 am MBTA Transit Police Officer Murawski-Dupont, assigned to Area 3, was approached at the Savin Hill MBTA station by a concerned citizen who informed the officer there was a pit bull roaming the commuter rail tracks between Savin Hill and JFK-UMass stations. Officer Murawski-Dupont immediately proceeded to the right of way and bicycled the entire distance locating a pit bull terrier just outside of JFK-UMass station walking on the commuter rail right of way. MBTA operations halted all service while Officer Murawski-Dupont was able to coax the dog (who we have dubbed "Rudolph"- yes after Santa's #1 helper) to safety. Rudolph had a very friendly disposition and made fast friends with Officer Murawski-Dupont, whose actions probably saved his life. Animal Rescue League of Boston responded to the scene and took custody of "Rudolph".  If "Rudolph" looks familiar to you please call the Transit Police Special Crimes Unit at 617-222-1170 or text us (anonymously) any information you have to 873873, or call the Animal Rescue League of Boston directly at 617-426-9170.
"Rudolph"
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Friday, December 6, 2013

Altercation on Route 23 bus in Dorchester.

Investigation
On December 6, 2013 at approximately 4:30 pm Transit Police officers from Area 3 received a radio call to respond to Washington and Park Street's (Dorchester) for an unknown disturbance on an MBTA Route 23 bus. Upon arrival officers observed several individuals outside of the bus who appeared to have been involved in an altercation. Officers located an individual who had sustained a NON life threatening slash wound to the back of the neck. Officers also located a victim who apparently had bleach thrown on them. The victim of the slashing was transported to a local area hospital for treatment. The second individual was treated and released on scene by Boston EMS.

The altercation originated on the bus apparently between two opposing groups. The confrontation spilled out onto the street where the slashing and bleach attack occurred. The incident is currently under investigation by Transit Police detectives. If you have any information relative to the event please contact our Criminal Investigation Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous simply text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature of our SeeSay App.

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Thursday, December 5, 2013

13TH Annual MBTA Fill-A-Bus 2013

MassDOT and the MBTA are holding the 13th annual “Fill-A-Bus” new toy donation program next week, December 9 – 13.

Please donate a new, unwrapped toy when the Fill-A-Bus visits your community!

The Fill-A-Bus program benefits MSPCC – Mass Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children and The Commonwealth Tenants Association.

The gift wish list includes:
Blocks, Legos • Dolls • Sporting Equipment • Books
Board Games • Xbox or Playstation Games • Bikes
Scooters • Gift Cards (iTunes, Movie, Restaurant, Clothing)
Electronic Music Accessories (headphones)
Remote Control Cars/Trucks • Hats, Gloves, Scarves
Developmental Toys • Art Supplies • Jewelry Kits


You may donate a new, unwrapped toy when the Fill-A-Bus visits the locations listed below. 
THE BUS WILL VISIT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:
Monday, December 9:
Highway District 3 Office, 403 Belmont St., Worcester, 9:00–10:00 a.m.
MBTA Everett Repair Shop, 80 Broadway, Everett, 12:00–1:00 p.m.
MBTA Charlestown Bus Garage, 21 Arlington Ave., Charlestown, 2:00–3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, December 10:
Highway District 4 Office, 519 Appleton St., Arlington, 9:00–10:00 a.m.
MBTA Lynn Bus Garage, 985 Western Ave., Lynn, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
MBTA Operations, 45 High St., Boston, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 11:
Watertown RMV, 550 Arsenal St., Watertown, 9:00–10:00 a.m.
Quincy Bus Garage, 954 Hancock St., Quincy, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Transit Police–Southampton, 240 Southampton St., Boston, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Mass Aeronautics, 1 Harborside Dr., East Boston, 2:15–3:15 p.m.
Thursday, December 12:
MBTA 500 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, 9:00–10:00 a.m.
Braintree RMV, 10 Plain St., Braintree, 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Quincy RMV Headquarters, 25 Newport Ave., Extension, 1:00–2:00 p.m.
Friday, December 13:
Highway District 6 Office, 185 Kneeland St., Boston, 9:00–10:00 a.m.
Boston RMV, 630 Washington St., Boston, 10:15–11:15 a.m.
Transportation Building, 10 Park Plaza, Boston, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
MBTA Cabot Bus Garage, 275 Dorchester Ave., Boston, 1:30-3:30 p.m

Thank you in advance for your donation and generosity.

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Transit Police and MBTA partner to increase awareness of job opportunties for youth at the T



12/04/2013
The Transit Police Department along with the MBTA Operations Department  partnered to create a community outreach event for youth of the Greater Boston area. This partnership allowed us to share our vision and highlight the many jobs that are available in the transportation industry particularly at the MBTA. On 12/04/2013 several
community youth groups to include the Dorchester House, Dorchester Boys and Girls Club and the Youth police partnership programs participated. It was a successful event !!

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Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Level 3 Sex Offender Arrested at South Station

Calvin Hardy
On December 4, 2013 at approximately 3am Transit Police detectives were at the MBTA South Station Bus Terminal on an investigation. While there an undercover female detective was approached by a male, later identified as Calvin Hardy, 38 of Dorchester, and solicitated to perform a sex act in exchange for money. Hardy, a registered Level 3 Sex Offender (Hardy's status can be viewed here), was placed into custody for Solicitation of Sex for a Fee and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. Hardy is expected to be arraigned sometime today at Boston Municipal Court-Central Division.

media inquiries should be directed to tpdnews@mbta.com

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Point of Entry Policing -works again

Jack Mansour
On November 25, 2013 at approximately 2:30pm Transit Police officers assigned to Area 3 were conducting Point of Entry Policing at Quincy Center MBTA station. While there the officers observed a male, later identified as Jack Mansour, 22 of Wrentham fare evade by "piggybacking" in behind a paying customer. Officers approached Mansour and subsequently discovered there were two outstanding warrants in existence for his arrest issued out of Dorchester District Court for Malicious Damage to a Motor Vehicle and Entering a Dwelling by False Pretense. Mansour was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.

media inquiries should be directed to tpdnews@mbta.com

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Monday, November 25, 2013

The Red Sox would not be proud of this man's behavior !! Recognize him ?

Transit Police Detectives are seeking the identity of the male subject depicted within. If you know the whereabouts or identity of this individual please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can always text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on our SeeSay app.
 

On Saturday, 11/16/13, at approximately 5:00pm, at Ashmont Station, a female passenger left her purse unattended adjacent to a fare machine as she was purchasing an MBTA pass. The subject depicted within video removed $250.00, from the purse.                                                           
The subject is described as follows;

   White male, approximately 5’10’ in height, 22-26 years of age, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, blue and red leather Red Sox jacket, blue baseball hat with a red “B”, gray jeans and black and white sneakers



media inquiries should be directed to tpdnews@mbta.com

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Friday, November 22, 2013

Rumpelstiltskin ???????

John Kimball
On November 22, 2013 at approximately 11:40 am Transit Police officers from Area 2 received a radio call to respond to Davis Sq. MBTA station for a disorderly male drinking on the platform. Upon arrival officers observed a male shouting profanities and threats at other patrons. Officers attempted to calm the man but were unsuccessful. The male continued his tumultuous behavior causing other patrons to move away in fear. The male's refusal to leave the station or cease his behavior left the officers with no choice but to place him into custody for Disorderly Conduct. When asked to identify himself the male claimed to be "Rumpelstiltskin". 

Officers not convinced they were dealing with Rumpelstilskin investigated a little further and ascertained the man's true identity; John Kimball, 57 of Boston. Kimball is expected to be arraigned in Somerville District Court sometime on 11/25/2013 for Disorderly Conduct.




media inquiries should be directed to tpdnews@mbta.com

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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Malden man arrested for Indecent Assault- Maverick MBTA

Jeffrey Phillips
On November 20, 2013 at approximately 5:37 pm Transit Police officers from Area 2 received a radio call to respond to MBTA Maverick station for a report of an assault. Upon arrival officers were met by a female victim who informed the officers as she was boarding an MBTA bus a male came up from behind her and indecently assaulted her.  The victim pointed out the male subject who was now seated on the bus. Officers approached the male, later identified as Jeffrey Phillips, 29 of Malden, and placed him into custody. Phillips was transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. Phillips is expected to be arraigned sometime today in East Boston District Court for Indecent Assault and Battery.




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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

UPDATE***************

UPDATE*********************
UPDATE
On November 19, 2013 subsequent to an investigation Transit Police detectives arrested a male juvenile from Somerville for Assault with Intent to Rob. The juvenile was transported to Transit Police HQ for the booking process and will appear Boston Juvenile Court.

On November 13, 2013 at approximately 9:27 am Transit Police officers from Area 1 received a radio call to respond to MBTA Charles MGH station for a robbery in progress. Upon arrival officers located a 25 year old female victim who furnished the following information; Victim boarded a Red Line train at Alewife station and placed her purse/bag on the floor between her feet. As the train entered Charles/MGH station and the doors opened a male subject grabbed her purse and fled off the train. Several passengers who had witnessed what occurred attempted to prevent the male subject's escape. Although they were unsuccessful they were able to gain control of the victim's purse.

Transit Police conducted an area search for the male subject to no avail. This incident is currently under investigation by TPD Detectives. If you have any information relative to this incident please contact our Criminal Investigation unit at 617-222-1050 or send us an anonymous tip to our text a tip line at 873873.

The victim sustained a minor laceration to her hand that did not require medical attention at that time.

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Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Electronic Device Safety Tip Video



DON'T BE A VICTIM ! Electronic Device Safety Tip Video produced by NYPD.

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Boston Police Community Alert Dorchester- Electronic Device safety tips



The Boston Police Department is alerting the community following several incidents of Cell Phone Robberies in Dorchester. The incidents are as follows:

#1. At about 1:16am, Saturday, November 2, 2013, officers from District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a radio call for an armed robbery in the area of Sawyer Avenue. On arrival officers spoke with the victim who stated while walking in the area, she was approached by the suspect. The victim reported to officers the suspect brandished a pair of scissors and demanded her property; she complied. The suspect took the victim’s iPhone 5.

#2. At about 4:23pm, on Monday, November 4, 2013, officers from District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a radio call for an armed robbery in the area of 750 Washington Street. On arrival, officers spoke with victim who stated an unknown male brandished a knife and took his Apple iPod Touch.

#3. At about 8:04pm, on Wednesday, November 6, 2013, officers from District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a radio call for an armed robbery in progress in the area Rowena Street and Ashmont Street, Dorchester. On arrival, officers spoke with the victim, who stated he was looking at his iPhone as he exited the rear of Ashmont MBTA station. The victim stated he was approached by two males and one brandished a knife and demanded the victim’s money and cell phone. The victim complied and gave the suspects his property.

#4.At about 12:06am, on Sunday, November 17, 2013, officers from District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a radio call for an unarmed robbery in the area of Sudan St, Dorchester. On arrival, officers spoke with the victim who stated that while walking from the JFK MBTA train station on Sydney Street she was approached from behind by two suspects. The victim stated she felt something hard on the back of her head and the males demanded the victims money and cell phone. The victim complied with the suspects demands.

The Boston Police Department is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding these incidents. Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact Detectives at Area C-11 (Dorchester) at 617-343-4335. ********************************************************************************
Unfortunately, thefts of smart phones/electronic devices (most notably Apple products) is a nationwide trend. This trend often referred to as "Apple Picking" is for the most part a crime of opportunity. However there are things you can do to minimize the chances of being victimized while traveling on the T.

  • If possible avoid using your phone while on the MBTA except in cases of emergency/reporting via SeeSay or 911
  • Conceal expensive electronic equipment
  • Change the color of the ear buds, would be thieves look for the distinctive white ear plugs of Apple
  • Refrain from listening to music or wearing headphones while riding the system
  • Be aware of your surroundings at all times especially if you are using your electronic device
  • Be aware that most robberies of electronic devices occur near the train doors
  • Be alert for staged distractions
In the unfortunate event you are a victim DO NOT resist, things can be replaced. Try to stay calm, hand over your device and attempt to observe the physical characteristics of the perpetrator so you can describe him/her later. Contact the Transit Police as soon as possible (immediately if practicable) after the event and report the incident. Our detectives will work diligently to get your property back and apprehend the offender. Also, if you have not done so already please passcode protect your iPhone, enable Find My iPhone and lastly download a Remote Data Wipe for iPhone. For more information or tips to protect yourself call the Transit Police Special Crimes Unit at 617-222-1170.

We have attached a short video produced and published by the New York City Police Department titled "Electronic Device Safety Tips". It is only 31 seconds in length but worth the watch.

Please contact the Transit Police with any information of criminal activity that has or is occurring on the MBTA. You can do so completely anonymously via SeeSay apps for iPhone and Android users or simply text 873873.

Point of Entry Policing

Paige Arrigal
On November 18, 2013 at approximately 2:50 pm Transit Police officers from Area 3 were conducting Point of Entry Policing at Andrew Sq. MBTA station. While there they observed a female, later identified as Paige Arrigal, 24 of Quincy, "piggyback" in behind a paying passenger. Officers approached Arrigal and subsequently discovered there were several warrants in existence for her arrest; Breaking & Entering in the Nightime and Larceny issued from Quincy District Court and Violation of the Commonwealth's Drug Laws and Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended License issued from Hingham District Court. Arrigal was taken into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.


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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Saturday, November 16, 2013

Trespasser struck-NON life threatening injury sustained. Beverly Depot


On November 15, 2013 at approximately 9:37 pm Transit Police officers from Area 2 received a radio call to respond to MBTA Beverly Depot Commuter Rail station for a person possibly struck by a train. Multiple Transit Police units responded along with Beverly Police, Fire and EMS. Transit Police personnel on scene reported the following preliminary information: a 51 year old male resident of Beverly while trespassing on the inbound track was struck by a MBTA Commuter Rail train and sustained a NON-life threatening injury to his head and other minor lacerations about the body. The male was transported to a local area hospital for treatment. Service was temporally disrupted.

media inquiries should be directed to tpdnews@mbta.com
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Friday, November 15, 2013

Man wanted for Assaulting Police Officer arrested at Jackson Sq.

Jason Ciulla
On November 14, 2013 at approximately 2:30 pm Transit Police officers from Area 4 were conducting Point of Entry Policing at the Jackson Sq. MBTA station. While there they observed a male, later identified as Jason Ciulla, 33 of East Boston, fare evade by "piggybacking" in behind a paying customer. Officers approached Ciulla for the purpose of issuing a citation and subsequently discovered there were 3 Warrants in existence for Ciulla's arrest. Ciulla was wanted in Boston Municipal Court for Shoplifting and East Boston District Court for Violation of the Commonwealth's Drug Laws and Assault & Battery on a Police Officer. Ciulla was taken into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. Additionally, Ciulla was issued a citation for Fare Evasion.




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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Thursday, November 14, 2013

Trespasser struck; Confirmed Fatality Oak Island CR-Revere

Death Investigation
*****Update*****
Subsequent to an initial investigation by Transit Police detectives they have determined the male was trespassing on the Right of Way at the time of the incident.


On November 14, 2013 at approximately 6pm Transit Police officers from Area 2 received a radio call to respond to Oak Island Commuter Rail station for a person possibly struck by a train. Multiple Transit Police units responded along with Revere Police, Fire and EMS. Transit Police personnel on scene report the following preliminary information; The Newburyport/Rockport CR Line (Eastern Route) on track 2 in the vicinity of the Oak Island Road Grade Crossing in Revere a male, approximately 23 years of age, was struck by an MBTA CR train. The male has been pronounced deceased as a result of injuries sustained. The inbound train was due to arrive in Boston at approximately 6:15 pm. The accident occurred at approximately 5:54 pm. This incident has greatly impacted the rush hour commute and trains on Track 1 (outbound) are passing through at limited speeds.

Transit Police detectives along with the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office are currently investigating the facts and circumstances leading to the incident.

media inquiries should be directed to tpdnews@mbta.com

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Man steals bike from cage at South Station. Recognize Him ?

Transit Police Detectives are seeking the identity of the male subject depicted within. If you know the whereabouts or identity of this individual please contact our Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050. If you would like to assist our investigators but wish to remain anonymous you can always text us your tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on our SeeSay app.

On Thursday, 10/24/2013, at approximately 10:38 p.m., the subject depicted within stole a bicycle from the bicycle cage at South Station Commuter Rail.  

 The subject is described as follows;
     Black male, 30-35 year of age, approximately 150 lbs, 5'7'' in height, wearing a green digital camouflage jacket , black pants and sneakers



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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

Robbery Investigation Charles/MGH-UPDATE

Robbery Investigation.
UPDATE*********************
On November 19, 2013 subsequent to an investigation Transit Police detectives arrested a male juvenile from Somerville for Assault with Intent to Rob. The juvenile was transported to Transit Police HQ for the booking process and will appear Boston Juvenile Court.

On November 13, 2013 at approximately 9:27 am Transit Police officers from Area 1 received a radio call to respond to MBTA Charles MGH station for a robbery in progress. Upon arrival officers located a 25 year old female victim who furnished the following information; Victim boarded a Red Line train at Alewife station and placed her purse/bag on the floor between her feet. As the train entered Charles/MGH station and the doors opened a male subject grabbed her purse and fled off the train. Several passengers who had witnessed what occurred attempted to prevent the male subject's escape. Although they were unsuccessful they were able to gain control of the victim's purse.

Transit Police conducted an area search for the male subject to no avail. This incident is currently under investigation by TPD Detectives. If you have any information relative to this incident please contact our Criminal Investigation unit at 617-222-1050 or send us an anonymous tip to our text a tip line at 873873.

The victim sustained a minor laceration to her hand that did not require medical attention at that time.

media inquiries should be directed to tpdnews@mbta.com

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Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Man who falsely ID'd himself arrested.

James Tilton
On October 28, 2013 we posted about a motor vehicle accident which resulted in the arrest of an individual for Operating a Motor Vehicle Under the Influence of Liquor and other charges (see posting here) . At the time of his arrest and during his booking procedure that individual provided a false name to officers and subsequently the wrong person was charged. Upon discovery of this information the Transit Police Department took immediate action and secured an arrest warrant for the rightful subject, James Tilton. Earlier today James Tilton, 57 of Avon surrendered himself to Transit Police detectives at TPD HQ. Tilton was processed and brought over to South Boston District Court for arraignment.


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The events listed above are allegations; All defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Monday, November 11, 2013

Trespasser struck at Shawmut MBTA

Update
On November 11, 2013 at approximately 1:25 pm Transit Police officers from Area 3 received a radio call for a person possibly struck by a train at Shawmut Ave MBTA station. Multiple Transit Police units responded along with Boston Fire and EMS. Transit Police personnel on scene report the following preliminary information; a white female approximate age of  45 while trespassing on the inbound track at Shawmut Avenue MBTA station was struck by a Red Line MBTA train. The female was transported to a local area hospital for treatment. Transit Police detectives are currently investigating the facts and circumstances leading to the incident.

media inquiries should be directed to tpdnews@mbta.com

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Friday, November 8, 2013

UPDATE**** from 11/07/2013

UPDATE************

UPDATES
On November 7, 2013 at approximately 7:45 am, in the vicinity of the 800 block of Franklin Street,  Worcester, a male trespassing on track 1 was struck by an inbound MBTA train: Worcester Line. The male was pronounced deceased as a result of injuries he sustained.  The male has been identified as Mohammed Uddin, 29 from Worcester, MA.

UPDATE**********

On November 7, 2013 at approximately 10:25 am a woman drove into the MBTA Wollaston parking lot from Woodbine Street. Shortly after entering it appears the female driver may have suffered from a medical emergency causing her to lose control of her vehicle and subsequently strike a male pedestrian and collide into the entrance of the station.  The female driver has been identified as Mary Mullaney, 78 of Quincy. Mullaney has been pronounced deceased.  An autopsy is scheduled for today and the Medical Examiner's Office will make the determination as to the cause of death.

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Thursday, November 7, 2013

Medical Emergency at Wollaston Station results in accident

TPD photo
On November 7, 2013 at approximately 10:25 am Transit Police officers from Area 3 received a radio call for a vehicle accident inside the MBTA Wollaston station parking lot. Responding TPD officers report the following preliminary information. A 78 year old female driver entered into the parking lot from Woodbine Street, upon entering it appears she may have suffered from a medical emergency and lost control of her vehicle. The vehicle proceeded striking a pedestrian (male 57 years of age) and colliding into the entrance doors becoming wedged. Quincy Fire and EMS personnel also responded and provided emergency care to the driver and pedestrian. The driver was then transported to a local area hospital for treatment. It is unknown at this time the extent of her injuries or condition  of the pedestrian.

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TPD photo

Confirmed fatality Worcester MBTA CR Line

Death Investigation
On November 7, 2013 at approximately 7:45 am Transit Police officers from Area 4 received a radio call to respond to Worcester (800 block of Franklin Street area) for a person possibly struck by a train. Multiple Transit Police units responded along with Worcester Police, Fire and EMS. Transit Police personnel on scene report the following preliminary information: an approximately 29 year old male while trespassing on track 1 was struck by an inbound Worcester Line MBTA train. The male has been pronounced deceased as a result of injuries he sustained. Transit Police detectives and representatives from the Worcester County District Attorney's Office are currently investigating the facts and circumstances leading to the incident.

Shuttle bus service has been set up between Worcester and Grafton.


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