Suspect Flees Police in Mattapan, Apprehended With Loaded Firearm After Crash
In Mattapan, Boston, a traffic stop evolved into a dangerous pursuit when Hericles De Pina attempted to flee officers by nearly striking them with his car, ultimately crashing and being apprehended with a loaded firearm.
Boston, MA, September 24, 2026 — In the Mattapan neighborhood of Boston, a routine traffic stop escalated into a high-risk pursuit and subsequent apprehension of an armed suspect. The incident began when officers initiated a traffic stop, the details of which were not immediately provided.
During the stop, the individual identified as Hericles De Pina reportedly attempted to flee the scene. According to reports, De Pina maneuvered his vehicle in a manner that nearly struck the officers present. This action immediately transformed the situation into a dangerous pursuit.
Following the near-collision, De Pina continued to evade law enforcement. The pursuit concluded when De Pina’s vehicle crashed. Following the crash, officers were able to take De Pina into custody. A search of the suspect or his vehicle subsequent to the apprehension revealed a loaded firearm. The specific make and caliber of the firearm were not disclosed.
The precise circumstances that led to the initial traffic stop have not been fully detailed. Information regarding any charges De Pina will face, the jurisdiction overseeing the case, or the outcome of any subsequent legal proceedings was not available at the time of reporting. The incident occurred in Mattapan, Boston. No further information regarding the suspect’s background or the operational details of the pursuit was immediately released.
Story summarized from the original created by Media Relations on police.boston.gov, see more information here.
