The incident occurred in Boston's Back Bay, resulting in the death of a 79-year-old man. The suspect has been charged with murder. Learn more about the crash and how to obtain the official report.
BOSTON, MA - January 3, 2026
A tragic hit-and-run incident in Boston's Back Bay on Saturday has left a 79-year-old man dead. The suspect, identified only as a Boston man, has been charged with murder following the incident. Details regarding the exact time of the crash and the specific location within Back Bay have not been released.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 3, 2026, time not specified
- Location: Back Bay, Boston, MA
- Type of crash: Hit-and-run
- Injuries / fatalities: 1 fatality
- Suspect: Boston man, charged with murder
- Source(s): The Boston Globe
Crash Overview
The hit-and-run incident occurred on January 3, 2026, in the Back Bay area of Boston. A 79-year-old man was fatally struck, and the suspect involved has been charged with murder. The specific details of how the crash unfolded, including the movements of any vehicles involved, have not been disclosed. Emergency responders arrived at the scene, but the victim was pronounced dead. The suspect was later apprehended and charged with murder. The investigation into the circumstances of the crash is ongoing.
People Involved
The victim of the hit-and-run was a 79-year-old man, whose identity has not been released by authorities. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The suspect, described only as a Boston man, has been charged with murder. No other injuries have been reported.
Investigation Status
The investigation is being conducted by local authorities, although specific agencies involved have not been named. At this time, no contributing factors such as weather conditions or road design have been reported. The investigation is ongoing, and no additional details regarding the cause of the crash have been released.