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Two undercover Boston drug officers have been shot in the area of 1500 Dorchester Avenue.
Police are now asking the public for assistance.
#BPD asking public 4 help in efforts 2 locate a 2nd person of interest. Community members asked 2 call 1(800)494-TIPS or text-a-tip to CRIME
— Boston Police Dept. (@Boston_Police) August 7, 2013
This story is currently developing…
1. Two Police Officers Were Shot
#Breaking: Shooting scene on Dorchester Ave. BPD: officer shot. Scanners: police looking for suspect #fox25 pic.twitter.com/AHveNDPIsA
— Heather Hegedus (@HeatherHegedus) August 7, 2013
Boston Police have confirmed that two undercover drug officers have been shot in the area of 1500 Dorchester Avenue in Boston. The officers, one dressed in plain clothes, have been taken to a local Boston hospital with non-life threatening injuries. One cop was shot in the leg. It is unclear whether the second officer sustained an injury.
BPD: 2 undrcvr drug cops -1 shot in leg 1 poss shot. Interrupted a possible drug deal on Dot Ave when shot. 1 susp dead, 1 missing #fox25
— Heather Hegedus (@HeatherHegedus) August 7, 2013
U/D Boston – BEMS is transporting two officers with non-life threatening injuries, one suspect in traumatic arrest.
— Brian D'Amico (@brianjdamico) August 7, 2013
#BPD confirming 2 Officers shot in the area of 1500 Dorchester Ave. Non-Life Threatening Injuries. More details to follow.
— Boston Police Dept. (@Boston_Police) August 7, 2013
Just In: Pic of crime scene in South Boston where two @Boston_Police officers have been shot; suspect shot @WHDH pic.twitter.com/R3kNtSNRt8
— John Bell (@NewsBell) August 7, 2013
2. One Suspect Is Dead, Another Is At Large
One suspect in custody, #BPD seeking a 2nd suspect described as black male, lite complex, slim build, maroon shirt w/ stripes, braided hair.
— Boston Police Dept. (@Boston_Police) August 7, 2013
One suspect was shot by the officers and has died from his injuries.
Per Chief Linskey: "Suspect involved in the officer involved shooting has been pronounced deceased as result of gunshot wound."
— Boston Police Dept. (@Boston_Police) August 7, 2013
Very active scene here along Dorchester Ave near where two officers were shot. Awaiting #BPD news conf @NECN pic.twitter.com/RqJOY0KrZr
— Kathryn Sotnik (@kathrynsotnik) August 7, 2013
A second shooter is currently at large. He has been described as a slim black male with a lite complex, wearing a striped maroon shirt and braided hair. SWAT have responded and are currently searching nearby buildings for the suspect. Authorities are swarming the surrounding area.
Boston SWAT officers begining to make entry into suspicious locations in search of the shooting suspect still at large.
— Brian D'Amico (@brianjdamico) August 7, 2013
Per Chief Linskey: "Community members should avoid the immediate area due 2 active investigation but situation under control and area safe."
— Boston Police Dept. (@Boston_Police) August 7, 2013
There have been reports of a police officer engaging in a foot pursuit of a suspect matching the description. The missing gunman seems to have been identified by police as reports are coming in that he is well known to local authorities.
Boston Police in foot pursuit, Washington and Park, suspect holding his waist.
— Brian D'Amico (@brianjdamico) August 7, 2013
Boston officer reporting the foot pursuit suspect fits the general description of the shooting suspect, he is well known to them as well.
— Brian D'Amico (@brianjdamico) August 7, 2013
Heavy @Boston_Police presence near #WellesleyPark in South Boston as pd search for 2nd suspect in #BPD shooting. pic.twitter.com/L6wDxhJPiy
— John Bell (@NewsBell) August 7, 2013
3. Police Have Discovered A Possible Truck Involved In The Shooting
Dorchester ave shut down. Witnesses say this truck may be involved. scanners: 1 in custody 1 on loose #fox25 pic.twitter.com/vELRWg6X7L
— Heather Hegedus (@HeatherHegedus) August 7, 2013
There are few details at this point but Boston Police have shut down Dorchester avenue after discovering an unidentified truck that may be involved in the shooting incident.
#BPDTrafficAdvisory: Dorchester Ave will remain CLOSED from Talbot Ave. to Shepton St. until further notice. Residents asked to avoid area.
— Boston Police Dept. (@Boston_Police) August 7, 2013
4. Witnesses Heard Officer Telling Gunmen To Drop Weapons
Witness says shooting happened at Dot. Ave and Shepton street – says she heard officer say "drop your weapon!" before several booming shots
— Peter Schworm (@globepete) August 7, 2013
Witnesses of the shooting have claimed that they heard officers order the gunmen to drop their weapons. The warning were heard just before several shots were fired.
5. Police Are Approaching House With Armored Vehicle
Officers with riffles drawn going to back of house on Msgr Lydon Way. Brought BPD armored vehicle. #fox25 pic.twitter.com/Z2LesO093I
— Heather Hegedus (@HeatherHegedus) August 7, 2013
Boston Police are currently approaching the back of a house, armed with rifles and backed by an armored police vehicle. It is possible that this house is related to the wanted gunman, who has been said to be known by local authorities.
A woman has been arrested from the house. It is unknown how she is connected to the shooting. Members of Boston SWAT have entered the house in full gear to conduct a sweep.
Boston police gave just taken someone into custody on Lonsdale Street- they've been searching a house there. #wcvb
— Mary Saladna (@MaryWCVB) August 7, 2013
Not clear if it's the suspect they're looking for or someone they'd just like to question. A SWAT truck has just pulled up to house #wcvb
— Mary Saladna (@MaryWCVB) August 7, 2013