BOSTON — A 45-year-old man has been identified as the victim of a fatal shooting in Dorchester, the Boston Police Department reported.
At about 8:03 p.m. on Tuesday, officers from District B-3 (Mattapan) responded to a Shot Spotter activation and a report of a person shot at 15 Michigan Ave.
Upon arrival, they found Jashaun Smith of Dorchester suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Smith was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Homicide Unit of the Boston Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470.
The identities of individuals who wish to assist the investigation anonymously will be protected by the Boston Police Department.
