Investigation Update: Arrest Made in Death Investigation in the area of 17 Hammond Street, Roxbury

Investigation Update: On Tuesday, October 8, 2024, Homicide Detectives arrested Widmaer Lapaix, 27, of North Attleboro, for murder. He is expected to be arraigned in Roxbury District Court.

The facts and circumstances surrounding the original incident are as follows: About 1:36 AM on Tuesday, October 8th, 2024, Officers assigned to District D-4 (Back Bay/South End) responded to a radio call for Person Shot at 17 Hammond St, Roxbury. Upon arrival, Officers observed the victim sustaining what appeared to be a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

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.