**Boston Police Department Conducts Targeted Takedown of Illegal Scooters and Mopeds**
The Boston Police Department (BPD) recently announced another targeted enforcement operation focusing on illegally operated scooters and mopeds across the city.
“The initiative was organized in response to ongoing public safety concerns regarding the use of these vehicles, which have been linked to motor vehicle violations and, in some cases, violent crimes,” the department stated.
This latest effort saw officers seize nine mopeds in the Hyde Park neighborhood, alongside issuing numerous citations and summonses for various motor vehicle violations.
The BPD has been actively conducting these targeted enforcement actions in different neighborhoods throughout Boston, urging the public to assist by reporting illegal activities.
**How to Report Illegal Activity**
Residents are encouraged to provide anonymous tips through the CrimeStoppers tip line:
– Call: 1-800-494-TIPS (8477)
– Text: “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
– Online: [Police.Boston.gov/crimestoppers](https://police.boston.gov/crimestoppers)
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**Incident Summary**
In the 24-hour reporting period ending at 10 a.m. on Saturday, BPD officers responded to 274 incidents, including:
– 7 aggravated assaults
– 1 residential burglary
– 6 thefts from vehicles
– 2 stolen cars
– 22 miscellaneous larceny cases
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**Recent Arrests**
All individuals listed are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
– **Denver Petit-Homme**, 22 Beechwood St., Boston – Operating an unregistered motor vehicle
– **Malachi Williams**, 390B Mammoth Road, Lowell – Possession of cocaine with intent to distribute
– **Joshua Collins**, 80 Holland Drive, Longmeadow – Possession of Class B drugs
– **Joshua Gist**, no listed address – Trespassing
– **Derrick Hall**, 444 Harrison Ave., Boston – Assault with a dangerous weapon
– **Jamie Estes**, 48 Boylston St., Boston – Ordinance violation: Unregistered hawker and peddler
– **Eugene Parrish**, 46 Norwood St., Dorchester – Operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license
– **Alexant Senait**, 62 Thetford Ave., Boston – Unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle
– **Ana Galvez**, 141 Laurel Hill Ave., Providence, Rhode Island – Unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle
– **Joseph Brown**, 650 Columbus Ave., Boston – Breaking and entering (misdemeanor)
– **Tyler Thompson**, no listed address – Breaking and entering (misdemeanor)
– **Aaron Ramjohn**, no listed address – Threat to commit a crime
– **Kaylin Richards**, 31 Owencroft Road, Boston – Motor vehicle operator refuses to identify self
– **Maksim Vasilyov**, 26 Park Vale, Boston – Trespassing
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The Boston Police Department remains committed to ensuring the safety of all residents and visitors through ongoing patrols and enforcement initiatives. Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant and report any suspicious or illegal activities promptly.
https://www.bostonherald.com/2025/11/08/boston-police-blotter-9-scooters-seized-in-hyde-park-in-latest-sweep/
