UPDATE: A 40-year-old homeless man has been arrested for armed robbery after allegedly stealing a cash register from a 7-11 convenience store in downtown Boston and threatening police officers. The incident occurred early this morning, just after 5 a.m., at 50 Summer St., sparking an urgent police response.
Boston Police Department officials report that they received a call about a breaking and entering in progress. Upon arrival, officers discovered the front glass door of the store shattered and the cash register missing, believed to contain approximately $1,000.
As police engaged with a store employee, they spotted a man matching the suspect’s description across the street. When officers attempted to apprehend him, he resisted arrest and allegedly threatened to kill the officers. The police successfully used de-escalation tactics to handcuff the suspect and recover the stolen cash register.
The suspect, identified as Michael Waterman of Roxbury, has been charged with multiple offenses, including armed robbery, larceny from a building, breaking and entering at night, assault with a dangerous weapon, and resisting arrest. Authorities highlight that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The Boston Police Department’s incident log indicates that they responded to 96 incidents in the 24-hour period ending at 10 a.m. today. This included one robbery, three aggravated assaults, and several other theft-related arrests.
This shocking event raises serious concerns about public safety and the challenges faced by vulnerable populations in the city. As the situation develops, police are reminding residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
What happens next? The court proceedings for Waterman will commence shortly, and the Boston Police Department will continue to monitor the area for any related incidents. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
