Boston, MA, September 28, 2026 —

Boston police are conducting an investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred on Walter Street in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The incident took place on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Authorities responded to a report of a person who had been shot inside a business located on Walter Street. Upon arrival at the scene, officers discovered Michael Lorenus, a 37-year-old resident of Milton, who was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit has taken charge of the investigation. Detectives are actively reviewing the details and circumstances surrounding the shooting. Further information regarding potential suspects, motives, or the exact nature of the business where the incident occurred has not been publicly released at this time. The timeline for the investigation and any potential updates remains ongoing.


Story summarized from the original created by Media Relations on police.boston.gov, see more information here.

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