At approximately 8:51 PM on Monday, June 9, 2025, officers assigned to District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a ShotSpotter activation in the area of 11 Levant Street.
While en route, officers received an update from Operations indicating that a person had been shot in front of 4 Levant Street. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Boston EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to Boston Medical Center, where he was later pronounced deceased.
The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is strongly urged to contact the Homicide Unit at (617) 343-4470.
Community members wishing to assist this investigation anonymously can do so through the Boston Police CrimeStoppers Program:
By Phone: 1 (800) 494-TIPS
By Text: Text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463)
Online: Visit the Boston Police CrimeStoppers website
Photos and videos related to the investigation may also be submitted anonymously. The Boston Police Department strictly protects the identities of individuals who assist in investigations anonymously.
For those impacted by this incident, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team (NTT) offers free, 24/7, confidential emotional support. To connect with a trained provider, please call (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.
