16-Year-Old Charged in Allston Shooting

Suspect surrendered to police after warrant issued for his arrest.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 6:20pm

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A 16-year-old has been charged with multiple offenses, including assault with intent to murder, in connection with a shooting incident in Boston's Allston neighborhood on Thursday. The victim, also a youth, is expected to recover from their injuries.

Why it matters

Gun violence involving minors is a growing concern in Boston, with the city seeing an increase in youth-related shootings and crimes in recent years. This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address the root causes and provide support for at-risk youth in the community.

The details

According to Boston police, the 16-year-old suspect surrendered himself to authorities on Saturday evening. Detectives had obtained a warrant from the Suffolk County juvenile court, leading to the suspect's arrest. The charges include assault with intent to murder, carrying a loaded firearm without a license, and several other firearm-related offenses.

  • The shooting incident occurred on Thursday, March 27, 2026 at approximately 9:40 p.m.
  • The suspect surrendered to police on Saturday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Boston Police Department

The local law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the shooting incident and apprehending the suspect.

Suffolk County Juvenile Court

The court that issued the warrant for the 16-year-old suspect's arrest.

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What they’re saying

“Gun violence involving minors is a growing concern in Boston, with the city seeing an increase in youth-related shootings and crimes in recent years.”

— Boston Police Department, Statement

What’s next

The 16-year-old suspect is expected to be arraigned in Boston Juvenile Court.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges Boston faces in addressing youth-related gun violence and the need for comprehensive strategies to support at-risk youth and prevent such incidents from occurring.