Boston, October 17, 2025
News Summary
A tragic bus accident in Boston resulted in the death of Alhanouf Alhazzaa, a 40-year-old Saudi Arabian national, who was struck by a Boston University Medical Center shuttle bus. The incident, occurring on Albany Street, marked a significant investigation by local police as they collect evidence and witness statements. Authorities are currently working with the Saudi consulate to notify Alhazzaa’s family, while multiple other incidents have been reported in the city over a recent 24-hour period.
Boston
Woman Identified as Victim in Fatal Bus Accident; Police Report Numerous Incidents
Alhanouf Alhazzaa, a 40-year-old Saudi Arabian national, was struck and killed by a bus on Albany Street. The incident occurred just before 8 a.m. on Monday, October 6. The bus involved was identified as a Boston University Medical Center shuttle bus. Alhazzaa was pinned under the bus and was declared dead at the scene. The investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden expressed condolences and noted the help of the Saudi consulate in contacting Alhazzaa’s family. Authorities continue to gather evidence and review witness accounts and video as part of the active investigation.
Police Activity Summary: 24-Hour Period
Between 10 a.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. Thursday, Boston Police responded to 257 incidents. Those incidents included three robberies, five aggravated assaults, one commercial burglary, one theft from a vehicle, and 17 miscellaneous larcenies. The tally covers calls for service and reported crimes across multiple districts within the city during that 24-hour span.
Other Arrests and Notable Incidents
A separate traffic-related arrest occurred when a driver became stuck between an MBTA bus and the median curb at Andrew Square. A 39-year-old man was arrested for DUI after getting stuck between an MBTA bus and the median curb at Andrew Square at about 8 p.m. last Friday. The man’s red-colored sedan struck the side and scraped along the MBTA bus while he attempted to pass. Transit Police shared a message on social media admonishing people not to drink and drive.
Law enforcement also recorded a series of individual arrests and charges linked to various incidents over the period. Multiple defendants were noted in relation to various crimes, including:
- Aaron Robinson (Warrant arrest)
- Kaleigh Veronesi (External warrant arrest)
- Frank Hargett (Disturbing the peace)
- Virgil Aiello (Shoplifting by asportation)
- Alvin Reid (Possession with intent to distribute Class B drugs)
- Jamaine Warner (Distributing cocaine)
- Aarik Beauparlant (Armed and masked robbery)
- James Cheshire (Shoplifting over $100 by asportation)
- David Johanson (Shoplifting over $100 by asportation)
- James Mento (Possession of Class B drugs)
- Rafael Peguero (Unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle)
- Hilina Tafesse (Shoplifting by concealing)
All named defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty. Charges remain allegations until adjudicated in court; some cases may be pending arraignment, bail hearings, or further investigation.
What Authorities Are Doing Next
Investigators are processing the scene related to the Albany Street collision and are expected to review bus dash-cam footage, surveillance video from nearby buildings, and witness statements. Traffic and transit officials have been notified and are coordinating with law enforcement where relevant. For the broader set of incidents and arrests, local police said routine investigative work and court processing remain ongoing.
Background and Safety Context
Fatal pedestrian-vehicle collisions prompt multi-agency responses, including traffic reconstruction units and district attorneys’ offices when a death is involved. Public safety officials typically remind drivers and pedestrians to exercise caution near bus stops and busy thoroughfares and to follow traffic signals and crosswalks. Transit authorities also periodically review procedures for shuttle and bus operations to reduce risk around boarding and alighting points.
FAQ
Who was the victim in the bus accident?
Alhanouf Alhazzaa, a 40-year-old Saudi Arabian national, was struck and killed by a bus on Albany Street.
When did the incident occur?
The incident occurred just before 8 a.m. on Monday, October 6.
What bus was involved?
The bus involved was identified as a Boston University Medical Center shuttle bus.
What was the immediate outcome for the victim?
Alhazzaa was pinned under the bus and was declared dead at the scene.
Is the investigation ongoing?
The investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Who notified the victim’s family?
Suffolk District Attorney Kevin Hayden expressed condolences and noted the help of the Saudi consulate in contacting Alhazzaa’s family.
How many incidents did police respond to in the 24-hour period?
Between 10 a.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. Thursday, Boston Police responded to 257 incidents.
What types of incidents were included in the 257 responses?
Those incidents included three robberies, five aggravated assaults, one commercial burglary, one theft from a vehicle, and 17 miscellaneous larcenies.
What happened in the DUI arrest at Andrew Square?
A 39-year-old man was arrested for DUI after getting stuck between an MBTA bus and the median curb at Andrew Square at about 8 p.m. last Friday.
How did the vehicle interact with the MBTA bus?
The man’s red-colored sedan struck the side and scraped along the MBTA bus while he attempted to pass.
Did Transit Police issue a public safety message?
Transit Police shared a message on social media admonishing people not to drink and drive.
Who were the defendants noted in relation to various crimes?
Multiple defendants were noted in relation to various crimes, including: Aaron Robinson (Warrant arrest); Kaleigh Veronesi (External warrant arrest); Frank Hargett (Disturbing the peace); Virgil Aiello (Shoplifting by asportation); Alvin Reid (Possession with intent to distribute Class B drugs); Jamaine Warner (Distributing cocaine); Aarik Beauparlant (Armed and masked robbery); James Cheshire (Shoplifting over $100 by asportation); David Johanson (Shoplifting over $100 by asportation); James Mento (Possession of Class B drugs); Rafael Peguero (Unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle); Hilina Tafesse (Shoplifting by concealing).
What is the legal presumption for the named defendants?
All named defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Quick Reference Tables
Incident Counts (24-hour period)
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Total incidents responded to | 257 |
| Robberies | 3 |
| Aggravated assaults | 5 |
| Commercial burglary | 1 |
| Theft from a vehicle | 1 |
| Miscellaneous larcenies | 17 |
Named Defendants and Alleged Charges
| Name | Alleged charge |
|---|---|
| Aaron Robinson | Warrant arrest |
| Kaleigh Veronesi | External warrant arrest |
| Frank Hargett | Disturbing the peace |
| Virgil Aiello | Shoplifting by asportation |
| Alvin Reid | Possession with intent to distribute Class B drugs |
| Jamaine Warner | Distributing cocaine |
| Aarik Beauparlant | Armed and masked robbery |
| James Cheshire | Shoplifting over $100 by asportation |
| David Johanson | Shoplifting over $100 by asportation |
| James Mento | Possession of Class B drugs |
| Rafael Peguero | Unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle |
| Hilina Tafesse | Shoplifting by concealing |
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Additional Resources
- Boston.com
- Wikipedia: Pedestrian traffic collision
- Boston Herald
- Google Search: Boston bus accident October 2023
- WBUR News
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Traffic safety
- City of Boston Government
- Google News: Boston police activity summary
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