Boston police have identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred last Thursday in the Mission Hill and Jamaica Plain neighborhoods as 25-year-old Braulio Castillo of Jamaica Plain. Castillo was found with multiple gunshot wounds near the intersection of South Huntington Avenue and Craftson Way and was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.
The shooting took place around 9:35 p.m. on Thursday, and police are currently investigating the incident. No arrests have been made at this time, and the motive for the shooting is unknown.
Castillo’s death marks another tragedy in the ongoing issue of gun violence in Boston. The community is reeling from the loss of yet another young life to senseless violence.
As information continues to unfold, authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist in the investigation. This tragic event serves as a reminder of the need for greater efforts to address gun violence and create safer communities.
Our thoughts are with Castillo’s family and loved ones during this difficult time. The impact of his loss will be deeply felt within the communities of Mission Hill and Jamaica Plain.
Source
Photo credit www.masslive.com