Loaded Revolver Recovered in Roxbury

19-year-old Jamauri Chambers arrested after police find firearm hidden in snow

Published on Feb. 5, 2026

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Boston police arrested a 19-year-old Dorchester man, Jamauri Chambers, after responding to a 'person with a gun' call and recovering a loaded .44 caliber revolver hidden in the snow near where Chambers was observed walking.

Why it matters

Gun violence and illegal firearm possession remain major public safety concerns in Boston neighborhoods like Roxbury, which have historically experienced higher rates of gun crime. This arrest highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to get illegal guns off the streets and hold individuals accountable.

The details

Officers from the Boston Police Youth Violence Strike Force responded to a 911 call about a person with a gun in the Roxbury neighborhood. They observed Chambers, who matched the caller's description, walking in the area and conducted a pat frisk that did not immediately reveal a weapon. However, based on the 911 call, officers searched the surrounding area and discovered a loaded Charco Inc. Bulldog Pug .44 caliber revolver hidden under the snow near where Chambers was first spotted.

  • The incident occurred around 9:14 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
  • Chambers is expected to be arraigned in Roxbury District Court.

The players

Jamauri Chambers

A 19-year-old man from Dorchester who was arrested and charged with carrying a loaded firearm without a license, possession of ammunition without an FID card, and trespassing.

Boston Police Youth Violence Strike Force

A specialized unit within the Boston Police Department that responded to the 'person with a gun' call and recovered the loaded revolver.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Chambers' bail status at his upcoming arraignment in Roxbury District Court.

The takeaway

This arrest underscores the ongoing challenges Boston faces in addressing illegal gun possession and gun violence in certain neighborhoods. It also highlights the important role of community-based policing efforts like the Youth Violence Strike Force in getting dangerous firearms off the streets.