Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Weymouth man wanted for Delivering drug to a Prisoner nabbed by TPD

John Mahoney
On October 26, 2015 at approximately 9:30pm Transit Police officers were conducting Point of Entry Policing at the MBTA's Andrew Sq. station in South Boston. While there they observed a male, later identified as John Mahoney, 32, of Weymouth smoking a cigarette under a conspicuously marked "NO SMOKING" SIGN. Officers approached Mahoney for the purpose of issuing a citation and subsequently discovered there was a warrant in existence for Mahoney's arrest issued from Dedham District Court for Delivering Drugs to a Prisoner. Mahoney was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.


 media inquiries should be directed to Lt. Richard Sullivan at rsullivan@mbta.com

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Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Kenneth Green appointed permanent Chief of Police



Kenneth Green named MBTA Transit Police Chief

BOSTON – October 21, 2015 – MBTA General Manager Frank DePaola today announced that he has selected Acting MBTA Transit Police Chief Kenneth Green to serve in the position permanently. 
“I am very pleased to make this announcement today,” said DePaola.  “Policing in a public transit environment poses unique challenges, and I strongly believe that Chief Green’s 26 years of MBTA experience will serve him well in this critical leadership role.”   
Governor Charlie Baker commended the selection of Chief Green, and stressed the importance of choosing a respected law enforcement professional with decades of community policing experience. 
“The only thing more important than a reliable public transit system is a safe one,” said Governor Baker.  “As a Deputy Chief and Acting Chief, Ken Green has demonstrated the skills necessary to lead the Transit Police Department, and keep the MBTA safe for both riders and employees.”
General Manager DePaola said the MBTA was fortunate to have a number of good candidates for Police Chief, and that the screening and interview process was very thorough.  “Chief Green’s knowledge of the transit system and strong relationships with the communities we serve made him the clear choice for the job,” said DePaola.
Chief Green joined the 270-person MBTA Transit Police Department as a patrolman in 1991, after serving as a police officer for the town of Winchester for eight years. An original member of the MBTA Transit Police SWAT team, Green was promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 2004 and to Lieutenant and Deputy Chief in 2012.  He has been serving as Acting Chief since November 2014, when Chief Paul MacMillan retired.
“I am truly honored to lead the fine men and women of the Transit Police Department and serve the MBTA and the citizens of Massachusetts in this capacity,” said Chief Green. “The votes of confidence from Governor Baker, Secretary Pollack, General Manager DePaola, respected elected officials and community members are humbling. I am committed to ensuring the safest transportation system possible and dedicated to the principles of community policing.”  
"The appointment of Kenneth Green as Chief is a huge victory for all those who value experience, champion diversity and advocate for effective, community conscious policing," said Attorney Michael Curry, President of the Boston NAACP. "It will be with great pride and a sense of permanence that we in the community can now refer to him as Chief Green!"  Curry added: "This announcement comes on the heels of transformational changes happening in the leadership of law-enforcement in pockets across the country, including Boston. The inclusion of people of color and women at all levels helps to make us more effective at protecting and serving."

"There is no better person to take the reins of the MBTA Police Department than Chief Kenneth Green," said Senator Linda Dorcena Forry. "Chief Green has nearly 25 years with the Transit Police, and has the knowledge and fortitude to move the department forward. Once again, the Baker Administration has shown great insight in appointing someone with the experience and ability to make necessary changes," concluded Senator Forry.

“We applaud the appointment of Chief Kenneth Green,” said Rev. Miniard Culpepper, a member of Ministers In Action, and Regional Director of the Progressive National Baptist Association. “This appointment speaks volumes about the Baker Administration’s commitment to a diverse state government workforce.  Chief Green has over 30 years of law enforcement experience and we believe he's the most qualified to lead the MBTA Transit Police.”  
“The Baker Administration made a great choice in selecting Chief Green,” said State Rep. Russell Holmes of Mattapan.  “It shows the Administration’s true commitment to selecting the best candidate for the job and staying true to their commitment of hiring a diverse workforce that reflects the Commonwealth.”  
"I am thrilled to learn that Kenneth Green will transition from acting to permanent MBTA Police Chief," Boston City Councilor At-Large Ayanna Pressley said. "He has earned this appointment after years of dedicated service, demonstrated leadership, and commitment to community. I am especially encouraged by Chief Green's track record when it comes to his willingness to engage the community, even and especially when people are critical. I trust that under his leadership, we will see improvements, particularly in access, safety, and for our young people, because Chief Green shows his pride in the T daily by having the hard conversations and doing the tough work to achieve these reforms."                                       
Deputy Chief Green has been involved with various youth groups and has participated in several community-based collaborations and lectures. He has been recognized as the chief architect of the “THINK ABOUT IT FIRST” concept, an innovative strategy that has been duplicated nationally. The “THINK ABOUT IT FIRST” cards are given to youths who may be considering detrimental conduct. The cards list the consequences that may occur if a person is arrested, and how it would affect his/her life.
Chief Green holds a Bachelor of Science Degree from Boston University and a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Anna Maria College.  Chief Green will be formally sworn in at a later date. 
For more information, visit MassDOT at our website: www.mass.gov/massdot.

Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Suffolk County District Attorney's Office Press Release

                                      Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel F. Conley

                                                                 Press Release 


Third Suspect Charged in Gunfire at Forest Hills

BOSTON, Oct. 20, 2015—Three people have been arraigned in connection with the exchange of gunfire outside a crowded MBTA station last week, Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel F. Conley said today.
KISEAN PARKER (D.O.B. 8/13/97) of Roxbury and KEVASIA LOWE (D.O.B. 9/15/97) of Mattapan were arraigned yesterday in West Roxbury Court. ROBERT ACOSTA (D.O.B. 9/14/97) appeared for arraignment in the same courthouse today in connection with the shots fired during the Friday morning rush near Forest Hills MBTA Station.
Parker was arraigned on charges of unlawful possession of a firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a building, and assault with a dangerous weapon.  Lowe was arraigned charges of unlawful possession of a firearm, carrying a dangerous weapon, and assault with a dangerous weapon.  Prosecutors requested that each be held on $100,000 and orders that each wear a GPS monitor, abide by a curfew, stay away from Forest Hills, and stay away from each other and all witnesses and victims in the event either is released on bail.  Judge Ernest Sarason imposed bail of $15,000 and ordered Parker and Lowe to abide by a curfew and stay away from witnesses and victims.  He additionally ordered Parker to reside with a family member outside of the city of Boston and stay away from Boston except to attend court dates.
At Acosta’s arraignment today on charges of unlawful possession of a firearm, unlawful possession of ammunition, discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a building, and assault with a dangerous weapon, prosecutors requested bail of $100,000 and the same conditions requested at yesterday’s arraignments.  Judge Sally Kelly imposed $25,000 bail and the requested conditions of release.
According to prosecutors, Parker became involved in a verbal altercation with several individuals on board an MBTA bus that spilled into the street after the bus arrived at the Forest Hills Orange Line station shortly before 8:00 Friday morning.  Parker allegedly pulled out a firearm and opened fire on the individuals as they fled from the area of Asticou Road and Washington Street; a second man returned fire.
Lowe allegedly threatened one victim with a Taser device during the altercation, prosecutors said.
Boston and Transit Police officers interviewed witnesses and victims and located spent shell casings in the area where the shots were fired.  Additional officers detained Parker and Lowe not far from the scene, and a witness positively identified Parker as the gunman, prosecutors said.  A firearm and a Taser were found in Lowe’s handbag upon arrest, prosecutors said.
Images of the second gunman were captured by public safety cameras at the MBTA station and Acosta was identified as the person in the images by Boston Public School police and officials.  He was arrested at approximately 11:45 yesterday morning.
Parker, Lowe, and Acosta all return to court Nov. 12.

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


Help the TPD identify this male subject.

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 Wednesday, October 14, 2015, a male subject, depicted within, committed a sex act on a southbound Orange Line train at 1:25 p.m.  This subject is approximately 40 years of age wearing a blue and white hooded sweatshirt with a letter “O”  (with wings) on the front, green pants, blue ball cap, and brown shoes.  The subject exits Forest Hills MBTA Station and walks toward the upper busway area after the incident.

 media inquiries should be directed to Lt. Richard Sullivan at rsullivan@mbta.com

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Friday, October 16, 2015

Trespasser struck: confirmed fatality Quincy

On October 16, 2015 at approximately 8:30pm Transit Police officers working in Area 3 received a radio call to respond to Quincy for a report of a person possibly struck by an MBTA Commuter Rail train . Multiple TPD units responded along with Quincy Fire and EMS. Transit Police personnel on scene report the following preliminary information: approximately 150 yards south of MBTA Wollaston station on the Old Colony Line a male, age unknown at this time, while trespassing on the right of way was struck by a MBTA commuter rail train. The male has been pronounced deceased as a result of injuries sustained. Transit Police detectives along with representatives from the Norfolk County District Attorney's Office are currently investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding the incident. Foul play is NOT suspected.

media inquiries should be directed to LT. Richard Sullivan at rsullivan@mbta.com

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Friday, October 9, 2015

Fare evader arrested on warrants

Omar Moheedin
On October 8, 2015 at approximately 4:20pm Transit Police officers were conducting Point of Entry Policing at the MBTA's South Station when their attention was drawn to a male, later identified as Omar Moheedin, 21, of Everett. Moheedin cut in front of a plainclothe TPD officer in order to "piggyback" in behind a paying customer. Officers approached Moheedin, identified themselves and requested identification for purposes of issuing a citation. Moheedin was verbally combative and furnished a false name and date of birth. A determined officer subsequently discovered Moheedin's true identity which revealed several warrants in existence for his arrest issued out of Concord District Court for Operating a Motor Vehicle without a License, Negligent Operation of a MV and various other motor vehicle violations. Moheedin was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.


 media inquiries should be directed to Lt. Richard Sullivan at rsullivan@mbta.com

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Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Worcester woman wanted for assaulting a Police Officer draws attention to herself.

Joanne Keenan
On October 5, 2015 at approximately 1pm Transit Police officers on patrol at the MBTA's South Station Commuter Rail observed a female, later identified as Joanne Keenan, 48, of Worcester smoking a cigarette directly beneath a "NO SMOKING" sign. Officers approached Keenan for the purpose of issuing a citation and subsequently discovered there were several warrants in existence for Keenan's arrest issued from Worcester District Court for Assault & Battery on a Police Officer, Assault & Battery on Ambulance Personnel and Disorderly Conduct. Keenan was placed into custody and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process.


 media inquiries should be directed to Lt. Richard Sullivan at rsullivan@mbta.com

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Monday, October 5, 2015

Bicycle thief caught in the act.

Silvio Collante
On October 2, 2015 at approximately 2pm Transit Police officers on patrol at the MBTA's Davis Sq. station had their attention drawn to a male, later identified as Silvio Collante, 43 of Boston. Collante was observed at the bicycle rack and appeared to be paying close attention/examination of the bicycles/locks and scanning the area as if to see if anyone was watching him. Collante located a bicycle with the lock not secured properly and shook the bike several times dislodging it. Collante then rode the bike away. Officers were able to stop Collante who admitted the bike did not belong to him. Collante was placed into custody for Larceny of a Bicycle and transported to Transit Police HQ for the arrest booking process. It is expected Collante will be arraigned sometime today in Somerville District Court. 


 media inquiries should be directed to Lt. Richard Sullivan at rsullivan@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