BOSTON — Boston police are investigating a fatal shooting at an apartment complex in Roxbury.
Early Tuesday morning around 1:32 a.m. Boston police and EMS responded to reports of a person shot on Hammond Street.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult man who had been shot. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Boston police announced late Tuesday morning that 27-year-old Widmaer Lapaix, of North Attleboro, had been arrested on a murder charge.
Boston EMS also confirmed they transported three others to the hospital, their conditions are unknown at this time.
A Boston 25 photographer captured the moments when officers with shields and a battering ram entered the building.
This scene is unfolding not far from Boston Police headquarters.
Anyone with information of the deadly shooting is asked to contact Boston police.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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