Dorchester, Boston, September 10, 2025
News Summary
Boston Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on Bowdoin Street in Dorchester and are seeking the public’s help to identify a suspect in a related incident from August. A person was seriously injured in the earlier shooting on Harvard Street, and police are examining evidence and gathering tips. Members of the community are encouraged to report any sightings or information related to the incidents to aid in the investigations.
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Boston Police are investigating a shooting in Dorchester and are asking the public for help identifying a suspect in a related shooting on Aug. 16. A separate shooting was reported Tuesday afternoon on Bowdoin Street near Olney Street, and investigators continue to gather information about that incident while seeking tips about the earlier August incident that left a person seriously injured.
What happened Tuesday in Dorchester
A shooting occurred on Bowdoin Street near Olney Street in Dorchester on Tuesday afternoon. Details about the incident remain limited at this time. The condition of the person shot has not been publicly disclosed, and no arrests have been announced in connection with the Bowdoin Street shooting. Police officers were observed examining the area near the intersection of Bowdoin and Topliff streets as part of the on-scene investigation.
Police request public assistance for the Aug. 16 incident
Boston Police have specifically asked for help identifying a suspect tied to a separate shooting that took place on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, at approximately 4:24 p.m. That shooting occurred near 326 Harvard Street in Dorchester. The victim in the Aug. 16 incident suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries.
The suspect in the Aug. 16 shooting is described as wearing a white T-shirt, blue jeans, and possibly a helmet. The suspect was seen fleeing the scene on a scooter or moped, traveling on Harvard Street toward Morton Street and then continuing onto Walk Hill Street. Investigators believe public tips could help identify the person shown in surveillance or witness descriptions and potentially clarify the sequence of events leading up to and following the shooting.
How to share information with police
Members of the public with information about either the Bowdoin Street shooting or the Aug. 16 Harvard Street shooting are asked to contact District B-3 Detectives at (617) 343-4712. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line by phone, text, or online submission. The Boston Police Department has assured that information provided to investigators and CrimeStoppers will remain confidential.
Investigative steps and public safety reminders
At the Bowdoin Street scene, officers collected evidence and surveyed the area near the intersection of Bowdoin and Topliff streets. The department is reviewing available surveillance video, witness accounts, and physical evidence for both incidents. No further details about the number of shooters or motive have been released.
Police encourage anyone who was in the area of Bowdoin and Olney streets on Tuesday afternoon or Harvard Street near Morton and Walk Hill streets on Aug. 16 to review their own phone or dash-cam footage for items that may assist the investigation, such as images of a scooter or moped matching the suspect’s description.
Background and context
Dorchester is a large neighborhood in Boston with multiple commercial corridors and residential blocks. Shootings in the area prompt immediate police response and follow-up investigations aimed at identifying suspects and preventing further violence. The current cases are under active investigation by District B-3 detectives, and officials continue to request community cooperation in sharing any relevant information.
Because few details have been released about the Bowdoin Street shooting, investigators are relying on the public and local businesses to come forward if they have footage or observations. The Aug. 16 case, with a clearer suspect description and a reported escape route, gives detectives specific leads to pursue, but confirmation from witnesses or additional images would strengthen the investigation.
Next steps for the public
Anyone with information is asked to contact the District B-3 detectives at the phone number above or to use CrimeStoppers for anonymous tips. People are advised not to approach any person they believe may be involved with these incidents and to report immediately to police if they see suspicious activity.
FAQ
What locations were involved?
The recent shooting occurred on Bowdoin Street near Olney Street. The earlier Aug. 16 shooting took place near 326 Harvard Street in Dorchester.
What is the condition of the victims?
The condition of the victim from the Bowdoin Street shooting has not been disclosed. The victim from the Aug. 16 shooting suffered multiple gunshot wounds and was transported to a hospital with serious injuries.
Has anyone been arrested?
No arrests have been reported in connection with the Bowdoin Street shooting. The investigation into the Aug. 16 shooting is ongoing as police seek to identify the suspect.
What does the suspect look like in the Aug. 16 shooting?
The suspect is described as wearing a white T-shirt, blue jeans, and possibly a helmet, and was seen fleeing on a scooter or moped toward Morton Street and then onto Walk Hill Street.
How can I provide a tip?
Call District B-3 Detectives at (617) 343-4712 or submit an anonymous tip through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line by phone, text, or online. Information shared with CrimeStoppers is kept confidential.
Quick Reference Table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Recent incident location | Bowdoin Street near Olney Street, Dorchester |
| Date and time (recent incident) | Tuesday afternoon (exact time not released) |
| Earlier incident location | Near 326 Harvard Street, Dorchester |
| Date and time (earlier incident) | Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025, at approximately 4:24 p.m. |
| Suspect description (Aug. 16) | White T-shirt, blue jeans, possibly wearing a helmet; fled on scooter/moped toward Morton Street then Walk Hill Street |
| Victim condition | Bowdoin Street victim: not disclosed. Aug. 16 victim: multiple gunshot wounds, serious injuries, transported to hospital |
| How to report tips | District B-3 Detectives: (617) 343-4712. Anonymous tips via CrimeStoppers (phone, text, online) |
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