BOSTON, MA — Boston Police officers assigned to District C-11 arrested a male suspect in a domestic violence incident involving a firearm in Dorchester.
The department highlighted the dangers officers face when responding to domestic violence calls, which are among the most dangerous 911 calls police encounter daily.
Police did not release the suspect’s name or additional details about the incident.
The department emphasized that domestic violence victims are not alone and encouraged anyone in need of help to reach out to available resources.
In emergencies, residents should call 911.
Community members wishing to provide information anonymously may contact the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS, text “TIP” to CRIME (27463), or submit tips online at police.boston.gov/crimestoppers.
Several domestic violence programs are available in the Boston area, including the Asian Task Force Against Domestic Violence, Association of Haitian Women in Boston, Boston Area Rape Crisis Center, Casa Myrna Vasquez, and Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers.
