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Person Facing Life-Threatening Injuries After Dorchester Shooting
A broad daylight shooting on Melville Street in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood leaves one person fighting for their life.

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A broad daylight shooting on Melville Street in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood leaves one person fighting for their life.

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