Roxbury, Boston, October 16, 2025
News Summary
A deadly shooting occurred in Roxbury, Boston, where a 61-year-old woman, Marie Molea-Anthony, was found with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite immediate medical attention, she was pronounced dead at the hospital. The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating, but no arrests have been made. Authorities are requesting information from the public to assist in the investigation.
Boston — A shooting occurred in Roxbury, Boston, on Monday afternoon. The incident was reported near 1855 Washington Street at around 1:07 p.m. Officers found a 61-year-old woman, identified as Marie Molea-Anthony of Boston, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital by Boston EMS. She was pronounced dead at the hospital due to her injuries.
What happened
The initial report placed the shooting on Washington Street in the Roxbury neighborhood. Responding officers located the injured woman at the scene and Boston EMS moved her to a nearby hospital for treatment. Hospital staff later determined that the injuries were fatal.
Investigation and law enforcement response
The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit is conducting an active investigation into the shooting. No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting as of Tuesday afternoon. Boston police are continuing to seek details regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident and are asking the public to provide any information that could assist investigators.
How the public can help
Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470. For those who prefer anonymity, anonymous tips can be submitted via the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting “TIP” to CRIME (27463). Authorities have provided these contacts to gather information from witnesses and community members who may have seen or heard relevant details.
Local context
This incident has been reported amid broader concerns about gun violence in the city. This shooting is part of ongoing concerns related to gun violence in the area, and local law enforcement continues investigative work intended to determine motive, identify any suspects, and establish a timeline of events. At this stage, police have released limited details beyond the immediate facts of the scene, the victim, and the investigation status.
What is known so far (summary)
- A shooting occurred in Roxbury, Boston, on Monday afternoon.
- The incident was reported near 1855 Washington Street at around 1:07 p.m.
- Officers found a 61-year-old woman, identified as Marie Molea-Anthony of Boston, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
- The victim was transported to a local hospital by Boston EMS.
- She was pronounced dead at the hospital due to her injuries.
- No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting as of Tuesday afternoon.
- The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit is conducting an active investigation into the shooting.
- Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470.
- Anonymous tips can be submitted via the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting “TIP” to CRIME (27463).
- Boston police are continuing to seek details regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident.
- This shooting is part of ongoing concerns related to gun violence in the area.
Next steps for investigators
Investigators with the homicide unit will continue to collect evidence, interview potential witnesses, and review any available surveillance or other records that may clarify what occurred. The public is encouraged to provide any information that could help establish a timeline or identify those involved by using the contact options provided above.
FAQ
What happened?
A shooting occurred in Roxbury, Boston, on Monday afternoon.
Where was the shooting reported?
The incident was reported near 1855 Washington Street at around 1:07 p.m.
Who was found at the scene?
Officers found a 61-year-old woman, identified as Marie Molea-Anthony of Boston, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Was the victim taken to a hospital?
The victim was transported to a local hospital by Boston EMS.
What was the victim’s condition?
She was pronounced dead at the hospital due to her injuries.
Have any arrests been made?
No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting as of Tuesday afternoon.
Which unit is investigating?
The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit is conducting an active investigation into the shooting.
How can someone provide information?
Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470.
Can tips be submitted anonymously?
Anonymous tips can be submitted via the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting “TIP” to CRIME (27463).
Is this incident part of a broader issue?
This shooting is part of ongoing concerns related to gun violence in the area.
Quick reference table
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | The incident was reported near 1855 Washington Street at around 1:07 p.m. |
| Time reported | Around 1:07 p.m. on Monday afternoon |
| Victim | Officers found a 61-year-old woman, identified as Marie Molea-Anthony of Boston, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds |
| Medical response | The victim was transported to a local hospital by Boston EMS; she was pronounced dead at the hospital due to her injuries |
| Investigation | The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit is conducting an active investigation into the shooting |
| Arrests | No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting as of Tuesday afternoon |
| How to report tips | Contact the Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470; anonymous tips: CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or text “TIP” to CRIME (27463) |
| Broader issue | This shooting is part of ongoing concerns related to gun violence in the area |
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Additional Resources
- Boston.com: Woman, 61, identified as victim in Roxbury fatal shooting
- Wikipedia: Gun violence
- WCVB: Police investigating after man seriously injured in Boston shooting
- Google Search: Roxbury shooting 2025
- NBC Boston: Roxbury shooting
- Google Scholar: Gun violence Boston
- Boston Herald: Woman dies after shooting in Roxbury
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Gun violence
- Boston 25 News: Officials identify woman killed in daytime shooting in Roxbury
- Google News: Boston crime 2025
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