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Boston Police Identify 61-Year-Old Woman Killed in Roxbury Shooting

Detectives request public tips, with the case marking the city's 27th homicide this year.

Overview

  • Officers responded shortly after 1:05 p.m. Monday to 1855 Washington St. in Roxbury for reports of a shooting.
  • Police said the victim, 61-year-old Marie Molea-Anthony, was taken to a hospital and later pronounced dead.
  • The Boston Police Homicide Unit is investigating the fatal shooting, and no arrests have been announced.
  • Investigators asked anyone with information to call the Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470 or submit anonymous tips to 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting TIP to 27463.
  • Officials noted the killing is Boston’s 27th homicide this year compared with 17 at this time last year, and the Neighborhood Trauma Team offers 24/7 support at (617) 431-0125.