Crime & Safety

Police Recover Gun Near Jamaica Plain Playground

The loaded firearm, which was discovered Tuesday morning, also had a cocked hammer.

The Boston Police Department recovered a loaded gun that was left near a playground around 11 a.m. on Tuesday.

The firearm, a Smith & Wesson .41 Magnum, was left at a playground near 435 Walnut Ave. in Jamaica Plain.

The firearm was rendered safe and recovered by detectives.

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The Boston Police Department would like to remind residents to never touch a gun and to immediately contact police if a discarded gun is spotted.

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