From BPD News:
The Boston Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting that occurred in Dorchester in May 2023.
On Monday, May 22, 2023, at approximately 4:57 PM, officers assigned to District B-2 (Roxbury) and District C-11 (Dorchester) responded to a report of shots fired in the area of 264 Columbia Road. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The victim, Daniel T. Mayers, 33, of Haverhill, was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Following an extensive investigation, on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at approximately 2:35 PM, members of the Boston Police Fugitive Unit arrested 21-year-old Amari Williams, of Acada, Georgia, at Boston Police Headquarters. Williams was taken into custody on an arrest warrant charging him with the following offenses:
- Murder
- Carrying a Firearm Without a License
Williams is expected to be arraigned in Suffolk Superior Court.
The Boston Police Department continues to actively investigate the circumstances surrounding this incident. Anyone with information is strongly encouraged to contact Boston Police Homicide Detectives at (617) 343-4470.
Community members who wish to provide information anonymously may 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 ensures the strict confidentiality of all individuals who provide information anonymously.
For those in need of emotional support or assistance in coping with traumatic events, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team (NTT) offers free and confidential 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.
