Police seek help with unarmed robberies in South Boston

SOUTH BOSTON - Three unsolved unarmed robberies in South Boston since Oct. 22 have left police seeking the public's help in identifying the suspect. All three incidents had similar suspect descriptions.

The robberies took place in the areas of K and E 8th Streets, O and E 7th Streets and P and E 4th Streets between the hours of 7 p.m. and 11 p.m.

The suspect has been described as a white male with brown hair, in his early 20s, approximately 5’11”, medium build.

The incidents took place on Oct. 22, Oct. 24 and Nov. 4. All three robberies had female victims who claimed their purses had been stolen from them.

The Boston Police Department is actively investigating the facts and circumstances surrounding these incidents. Anyone with information is strongly encouraged to contact Area C-6 detectives at 617-343-4742.

Community members who wish to assist this investigation in an anonymous manner can either call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-494-TIPS or text a ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department stringently protects the identity of those who wish to remain anonymous.