BOSTON — Boston Police Department Homicide Detectives arrested 27-year-old Widmaer Lapaix of North Attleboro on Tuesday in connection with a fatal shooting in Roxbury.
The incident occurred in the early hours of Tuesday, when officers from District D-4 responded to a call at 17 Hammond Street.
Upon arrival, they discovered a victim with a gunshot wound.
The victim was transported to a local hospital and later pronounced dead.
Lapaix is charged with murder and is expected to be arraigned at Roxbury District Court.
The investigation remains active, and authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Boston Police Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470.
To provide tips anonymously, individuals can call the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463).
The department assures confidentiality for those who wish to assist anonymously.
