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“Our members responded to multiple calls for fights, disorderly and unruly behavior, fireworks, and underage drinking among other issues at both Carson Beach in Boston and Revere Beach. When our Troopers arrived, they were met with violence, disrespect, and criminal behavior. Scenarios like these are difficult to handle, but especially so with a Department that has critically low staffing levels.
On Revere Beach, a total of seven people ranging from juvenile to 61 years old were arrested on various charges. Some of these charges included OUI, disorderly conduct and domestic violence.
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On Carson Beach in Boston, our members with the help of Boston, Transit, and UMass Police faced a similar situation. Thousands of beach-goers refused to disperse after countless fights broke out. The unruly crowd became a major safety concern. Our Troopers were confronted with a large crowd, some of whom attacked the responding Troopers while they were effecting arrests. One member had his cover set on fire while trying to perform an arrest.
A total of five people were charged in relation to the incidents at Carson Beach. Again, this included juveniles as well as adults with charges of assault and battery on a police officer, interfering with the police, and resisting arrest. Going to the beach with family, friends and loved ones is a longtime treasured New England tradition. Everyone should be able to enjoy the beautiful weather and beachfront at DCR properties the Commonwealth has to offer.
Massachusetts State Police photo.
Troopers made a total of 7 arrests, broken down as follows:
• Juvenile male, charged with assault and battery on a police officer and disorderly conduct;
• Juvenile male, charged with unlawful possession of a knife;
• Juvenile male, charged with affray, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest;
• Juvenile male, charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest;
• Male, 52, charged with domestic assault;
• Male, 61, charged with procuring alcohol for a minor; and
• Female, 27, charged with operating under the influence of drugs.
It is disheartening that a group of individuals have created such an unsafe environment that families, and other communities members are not able to partake at the beach without fear of violence.
The Association would like to thank all of our members who responded yesterday as well as our law enforcement partners who helped bring a chaotic situation to an end safely.
Message to the Public: We will not let the safety of our community be jeopardized. These actions are unacceptable and will not be tolerated.” -Massachusetts State Police.
Massachusetts State Police photo.
Massachusetts State Police photo.
Massachusetts State Police photo.
Massachusetts State Police photo.
