Two people were left seriously injured Monday night after a double stabbing inside a Mattapan home, turning a quiet Astoria Street block into an active crime scene. One victim was reported to have life-threatening injuries as detectives scrambled to piece together what happened.
What police say
Officers responded to a residence on Astoria Street shortly before 8:30 p.m. and found two people suffering from stab wounds, according to Boston 25 News. One victim’s injuries were described as life-threatening, and homicide detectives were called in to assist with the investigation. As of now, police have not announced any arrests or released information about a suspect.
Investigation and tips
District B-3 detectives are leading the investigation. According to the Boston Police Department, anyone with information or video related to the stabbing is urged to contact District B-3 Detectives at (617) 343-4712. Anonymous tips can be shared with CrimeStoppers at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting TIP to 27463. Investigators have specifically asked nearby residents to check any doorbell or security camera footage that might help track movements before or after the attack.
Neighborhood context
The double stabbing follows a stretch of violence in Mattapan. Earlier this month, late-night gunfire left one person dead and others wounded, as reported in late-night gunfire in Mattapan. Local officials and community leaders have been pushing a mix of enforcement efforts and outreach programs while detectives work through a growing stack of open cases.
What’s next
The case remains an active investigation, and officials say more details will be released as they become available, according to Boston 25 News. This story will be updated as police share additional information and any public statements on the victims’ conditions or potential suspects.
