Boston Police Recover Three Firearms, Arrest Two Individuals in Dorchester
On Saturday, August 29, 2026, at approximately 9:30 AM, Boston Police officers from the Youth Violence Strike Force arrested two individuals and recovered three firearms in the Dorchester area, near 605 Blue Hill Avenue. The suspects, identified as 19-year-old Marcus…
Boston, MA, August 30, 2026 —
Boston Police officers from the Youth Violence Strike Force apprehended two individuals and recovered three firearms on Saturday, August 29, 2026. The arrests and recovery took place in the Dorchester area, specifically near 605 Blue Hill Avenue.
The incident occurred at approximately 9:30 AM. According to reports, officers conducted a patrol stop that led to the discovery of the firearms. The weapons were reportedly found in the fanny packs belonging to the two suspects.
The individuals arrested have been identified as 19-year-old Marcus Anthony Smith and 18-year-old Jacoby Henderson-Murphy. Both were taken into custody at the scene.
The exact circumstances leading to the initial patrol stop were not detailed. No further information regarding the type of firearms recovered or any potential charges was immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Media Relations on police.boston.gov, see more information here.
