16-Year-Old Arrested in Allston Shooting

Another juvenile was injured in the incident on Brighton Avenue last week.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:10pm

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A 16-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with a slew of offenses related to a shooting in Boston's Allston neighborhood that left another juvenile injured. The teen turned himself in after a warrant was issued out of Suffolk County Juvenile Court.

Why it matters

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

The details

According to police, the 16-year-old suspect is facing charges that include assault with intent to murder, carrying a loaded firearm without a license, and discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a building. The shooting occurred last Thursday around 6:45 p.m. near 222 Brighton Ave., where the juvenile victim was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

  • The shooting took place on Thursday, March 27, 2026 around 6:45 p.m.
  • The 16-year-old suspect turned himself in after a warrant was issued out of Suffolk County Juvenile Court.

The players

16-year-old suspect

A 16-year-old boy who has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses related to the Allston shooting incident.

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What they’re saying

“Gun violence involving minors is an ongoing concern in Boston, with the city seeing an uptick in youth-related crimes in recent years.”

— John Waller, Deputy Editor, News

What’s next

The 16-year-old suspect will appear in Suffolk County Juvenile Court to face the charges.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of youth violence in Boston and provide more support and resources for at-risk young people in the community.