Crime & Safety
Man Dies After Late Night Shooting In Boston
Boston Homicide Detectives are investigating the scene and events leading up to the shooting.
BOSTON — A man was killed as a result of a late-night shooting in the Mattapan neighborhood of Boston.
Police responded to the area of Walk Hill Street and Blue Hill Avenue just before 11 p.m. after receiving reports of gunshots.
Once officers got to the scene, they found a man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Emergency crews brought the man to a local hospital, but he did not survive his injuries.
Find out what's happening in Bostonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
The victim's name has not been released and no further information has been made available.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Boston Police Homicide Detectives at (617) 343-4470.
Find out what's happening in Bostonfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
This is a developing story, check back for more information.
To those who find themselves in need of emotional support or simply needing to talk to someone about distressing events in our community, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team (NTT) provides free, private support 24/7 at (617) 431-0125 or by visiting this website.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.
