At about 12:30 PM, on Sunday, December 31, 2023, members of the Fugitive Unit arrested, Tyreese Robinson, 19, of Randolph, and Dasahn Crowder, 21, of Quincy in the area of 380 Talbot Avenue. At the time of the arrests, the suspects were wanted on warrants for murder issued out of Dorchester District Court for the murder of Curtis Effee, 41, Boston. Both suspects are expected to be arraigned in Dorchester District Court.
The facts and circumstances surrounding the original incident are as follows: At about 12:52 AM, on Saturday, December 30, 2023, officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to the area of 417 Geneva Ave for a report of a person shot. Upon arrival the officers located an adult male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. The victim has since been identified as Curtis Effee, 41, Boston.
The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit is actively reviewing the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit ay 617-343-4470.
Community members wishing to assist in this investigation anonymously can do so by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department will stringently guard and protect the identities of all those who wish to help this investigation in an anonymous manner.
For those who find themselves in need of emotional support or simply needing to talk to someone about the distressing events in our community, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team (NTT) provides free, private support 24/7 at 617-431-0125.
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
