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In Memoriam: The Boston Police Department Mourns The Passing Of Active Duty Police Officer Scott J. MacIsaac

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February 1, 2026 at 3:51 PM
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Two Suspects Arrested After a Firearm Recovered Following a Traffic Stop

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February 1, 2026 at 3:42 PM
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BPD Community Alert: Detectives Assigned to District B-2 Seek the Public’s Help to Identify The Following Individual in Relation to a Larceny from a Motor Vehicle

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February 1, 2026 at 2:21 PM
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Traffic Advisory: Due to a manhole fire, Cambridge St has temporary two-way traffic on the inbound side to maintain access to MGH/other critical facilities. Expect impacts near TD Garden for vehicles/pedestrians. Please avoid the area if possible or allow extra travel time.
January 31, 2026 at 5:36 PM
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The Boston Police Department Remembers the Service and Sacrifice of Officer Daniel J. McShane Who Was Killed in the Line of Duty 104 Years Ago Today

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January 31, 2026 at 1:31 PM
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BPD Community Alert: Beware of Law Enforcement Imposter Scams

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January 30, 2026 at 10:38 PM
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Traffic Advisory: Due to a manhole fire earlier today, motorists are strongly advised to avoid Cambridge Street, Staniford Street, Blossom Street, O’Connell Way, and the area of the Longfellow Bridge near Coolidge Square until further notice. Traffic may be impacted this evening due to the Celtics.
January 30, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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BPD in the Community: District E-18 Enjoys Community Coffee Hour at Pryde Senior Building

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January 30, 2026 at 4:05 PM
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Amid this brutally cold weather, Community Policing can warm your heart.

We are grateful to the couple who emailed this photo to us.

“This officer went above and beyond in friending one of the North Station locals and buying coffee for him.”

Thank you to Officer McDonough!
January 30, 2026 at 1:28 PM
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BPD Community Alert: Traffic Advisory in Dorchester
A water main break has occurred at Quincy St & Columbia Rd. Quincy St is closed between Columbia Rd and Ceylon St. Motorists and pedestrians should seek alternate routes.
January 30, 2026 at 1:16 PM
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BPD in the Community: District A-1 Keeps Community Warm Serving Hot Chocolate

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January 29, 2026 at 7:32 PM
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BPD in the Community: District E-5 Hosts Pop-up Table at West Roxbury Post Office

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January 29, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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BPD in the Community: District A-1 Drives Teens from YES Chinatown to Learn to Snowboard at Wachusett Mountain

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January 29, 2026 at 1:40 PM
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Boston Police Department Takes Part in 10th Annual Boston Bruins Foundation BFit Challenge

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January 28, 2026 at 8:31 PM
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BPD in the Community: District A-7 Returns to James Otis School to Continue Thirty Day Read Aloud Program

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January 28, 2026 at 7:31 PM
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CANCEL-Missing Person Alert: 15-Year-Old Briyana Jacques of Dorchester, has been located

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CANCEL-Missing Person Alert: 15-Year-Old Briyana Jacques of Dorchester, has been located – Boston Police Department
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January 28, 2026 at 7:14 PM
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BPD in the Community: District B-2 Attends annual Martin Luther King Jr. College, Career, and Wellness Fair

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January 28, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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BPD in the Community: District D-14 Reads Story to Kindergarteners at Winship Elementary School

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January 28, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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BPD in the Community: District B-3 Celebrates Birthday at BCYF Mildred Avenue

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January 27, 2026 at 4:31 PM
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BPD Community Alert: Detectives Assigned to District C-11 Seek the Public’s Help to Identify The Following Individuals in Relation to a Breaking and Entering

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January 27, 2026 at 4:17 PM
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BPD in the Community: BPD Hockey Skills Launches Learn to Skate Program at Tall Ship Boston

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January 26, 2026 at 8:07 PM
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District C-11 Officers Highlight the Dangers of Domestic Violence

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January 26, 2026 at 5:47 PM
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BPD In The Community: Cadets Hit The Ice At Learn-To-Skate Sessions In East Boston

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January 25, 2026 at 6:43 PM
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🚨 Snow Emergency Update: Phase 2 Now in Effect

❄️ Tagging and towing is underway on all posted snow emergency routes.
🚫 Parking is prohibited on BOTH sides of snow routes.
🚗 Vehicles should be moved immediately to municipal lots or garages.

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Cold Emergency Declared; Snow Emergency Parking Enforcement Begins Sunday Morning – Boston Police Department
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January 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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Missing Person Alert: Boston Police Seek Public’s Help Locating 15-Year-Old Briyana Jacques of Dorchester

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January 24, 2026 at 9:51 PM