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BPD In The Community: C-11 And B-3 Officers Host Seniors For A Charles River Boat Cruise.

Officers from Districts C-11 and B-3, in partnership with the Boston Public Health Commission’s Violence Intervention Program, recently hosted members of the community for an afternoon boat cruise along the Charles River.

The event brought together seniors and residents for an opportunity to connect with their neighbors and local officers in an informal setting. Community partners generously provided transportation and food, making the afternoon possible.

The Boston Police Department thanks all partners and participants whose support and involvement made the event a success.

Missing Person Alert: Boston Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Efforts to Locate 14-year-old Fari Carless of Brighton

The Boston Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in efforts to locate 14-year-old Fari Carless who was reported missing on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. He was last seen on May 1, 2026, in the area of Jette Court in Brighton.

Carless is described as a black male, approximately 5’4” in height, thin build, with long dreadlocks, and brown eyes.

The Boston Police Department is actively working to locate Fari Carless and urges anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to call 911 or contact District D-14 Detectives at (617) 343-4256.

Community members wishing to provide information anonymously may do so via the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:
By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
By Text: Text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
Online: Submit a tip via Boston Police CrimeStoppers

Photos and videos related to this investigation may also be submitted anonymously. The Boston Police Department will strictly safeguard the identities of those who wish to provide information confidentially.

BPD in the Community: 📖🗣️🚔

As part of celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in May, officers visited the Shaw-Taylor Elementary School in Dorchester for our ongoing reading series.

The visit featured a reading of “I Want to Be Spaghetti,” a story focused on self-love, confidence, and acceptance. After story time, officers spent time with students answering questions about their backgrounds, experiences growing up, and what inspired them to become Boston Police officers.

Thank you to the Mayor’s Office of Early Education and the Lingzi Foundation for their continued partnership in helping bring this reading series to schools throughout Boston!

BPD Community Alert: Detectives Seek Public’s Assistance in Efforts to Identify Individual in Relation to a Stabbing in South Boston

Detectives assigned to District C-6 (South Boston) are seeking the public’s assistance in efforts to identify the individual in the accompanying photo as it relates to an ongoing stabbing investigation

The facts and circumstances of the initial incident are as follows:

At about 2:43 AM on Sunday, May 31, 2026, officers assigned to District C-6 (South Boston) responded to a radio call for a fight in the area of 254 West Broadway Street (Croke Bar) in South Boston.

Upon arrival, officers observed the male victim suffering from multiple stab wounds. Officers received information that a physical altercation between the victim and a group of males took place outside of the aforementioned location in which the victim was stabbed. The suspects fled the area on foot toward C Street.

The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.​

The Boston Police Department is actively reviewing the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact District C-6 Detectives at (617) 343-4742.

Community members who wish to provide information anonymously may do so through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:

By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS

By Text: Text “TIP” to CRIME (27463)

Online: Boston Police CrimeStoppers

Photos and videos related to the investigation can also be submitted anonymously via CrimeStoppers. The Boston Police Department strictly protects the identities of those who assist in investigations anonymously.

Missing Person Alert: Boston Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Efforts to Locate 14-year-old Nijal Sabastian Hillegass of Dorchester

The Boston Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in efforts to locate 14-year-old Nijal Sabastian Hillegass who was reported missing on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. He was last seen on May 25, 2026, in the area of Mount Everett Street in Dorchester.

Hillegass is described as a Hispanic male, medium build, light brown complexion, with short brown hair, and brown eyes.

Hillegass attends the Josiah Quincy Upper Academy and is known to frequent the Villa Victoria Housing Development in the South End.

The Boston Police Department is actively working to locate Nijal Sabastian Hillegass and urges anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to call 911 or contact District C-11 Detectives at (617) 343-4335.

Community members wishing to provide information anonymously may do so via the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:
By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
By Text: Text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
Online: Submit a tip via Boston Police CrimeStoppers

Photos and videos related to this investigation may also be submitted anonymously. The Boston Police Department will strictly safeguard the identities of those who wish to provide information confidentially.

Officers Recover Firearm and Arrest Suspect Following Foot Pursuit in Dorchester

Keeping Boston Safe: At about 11:32 AM on Sunday, May 31, 2026, officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a radio call for a person with a gun in the area of 655 Morrissey Boulevard in Dorchester.

Upon arrival, officers spoke to the victim who stated that the suspect had entered the gas station and began causing a disturbance before threatening the victim and leaving the store. The victim stated there have been ongoing issues with the suspect and the store employees. A description of the suspect was broadcast via BPD Operations as officers searched the area in an effort to locate him.

Officers observed the suspect standing on the sidewalk in front of 401 Morrissey Boulevard. As officers approached the suspect, he immediately began running across traffic as officers gave chase. As officers pursued the suspect on foot, they observed the suspect stop at the shoreline and throw an L-shaped object into the water. Officers caught up to the suspect, who engaged them in a brief struggle before fleeing into traffic where he was eventually subdued and taken into custody.

Officers recovered a firearm in the water where the suspect was standing. The firearm was determined to be a R***r .380 ACP loaded with six rounds of live ammunition.

Officers arrested Reginald Bernard Clagon, 46-years-old, of Dorchester. Clagon is expected to be arraigned in Dorchester Court on charges of Carrying a Loaded Firearm without a License, Carrying a Firearm without a License, Possession of Ammunition without an FID Card, Assault by means of a Dangerous Weapon, Firearm Violation with prior Violent/ Drug Crime, Resisting Arrest, and Disorderly Conduct.

CANCEL BPD Missing Person Alert: Assistance in Locating 83-year-old Joseph Gallop of Dorchester has been located.

CANCEL BPD Missing Person Alert: 83-year-old Joseph Gallop of Dorchester has been located.

Gallop is described as a black male, thin build, approximately 5’9” in height, last seen wearing a black vest, black pants, and black sneakers.

Gallop was last seen in the area of 34 Wolcott Street in Dorchester.

The Boston Police Department is actively working to locate Joseph Gallop and urges anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to call 911 or contact District B-3 Detectives at (617) 343-4712.

Community members wishing to provide information anonymously may do so via the CrimeStoppers Tip Line:
By Phone: 1-800-494-TIPS
By Text: Text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
Online: Submit a tip via Boston Police CrimeStoppers

Photos and videos related to this investigation may also be submitted anonymously. The Boston Police Department will strictly safeguard the identities of those who wish to provide information confidentially.

Traffic Stop Leads to One Arrest and the Recovery of a Loaded Firearm in Dorchester

At about 3:47 AM on Saturday, May 30, 2026, officers assigned to District B-3 (Mattapan) conducted a traffic stop which resulted in the arrest of Donald Villard, 21-years-old, of Dorchester and the recovery of a loaded firearm in the area of 15 Talbot Avenue in Dorchester.

While on patrol in the area of Blue Hill Avenue and Talbot Avenue, officers’ attention was drawn to two idle motor vehicles and a large group outside of 15 Talbot Avenue. Officers conducted a query of one of the vehicles which showed that the inspection sticker had expired. As officers approached, they observed several individuals packed into the rear of the motor vehicle.

All of the occupants were removed from the vehicle. Officers recovered a firearm underneath the front passenger’s seat. The firearm was determined to be a 9 mm ghost gun with a Patmos upper receiver loaded with seven rounds of live ammunition. One of the rear passengers was taken into custody.

Officers arrested Donald Villard, 21-years-old, of Dorchester. Villard is expected to be arraigned in Dorchester Court on charges of Carrying a Loaded Firearm without a License, Carrying a Firearm without a License, and Possession of Ammunition without an FID Card.

BPD in the Community: 🙌🍦🚔

Members of the BPD Command Staff, Youth Violence Strike Force and School Engagement Unit joined community members at the 2026 Saint John Paul II Lower Mills School & Corey C. Griffin Foundation Field Day!

The day was filled with activities, great conversations, and an opportunity for youth and families to spend time with our officers while enjoying the start of the summer season.

The BPD Ice Cream Truck also made a special appearance, serving free ice cream thanks to our wonderful partners at Hood .

Thank you to the Corey C. Griffin Foundation for including us in such a fun community event. We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable summer ahead!