FBI, BPD, and BFD Seek Identities of Two Men Who May Have Information Relating to Vandalism and Arson of BPD Cruiser

FBI Boston
9 June 2020

Updated June 12, 2020: These individuals have been identified.

Kristen Setera
(857) 386-2905

The FBI Boston Division, the Boston Police Department (BPD), and the Boston Fire Department (BFD)-Fire Investigation Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two men who were seen around the intersection of Tremont Street and Bromfield Street in Boston, Massachusetts, on Sunday, May 31, 2020, between 9:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.

Investigators would like to speak with them because they may have information relevant to the ongoing investigation into the vandalism and arson of a Boston Police Department cruiser.

On the night of Sunday, May 31, 2020, at approximately 9:25 p.m., two Boston Police officers responded to a call for assistance and parked their vehicle in the area of the Beantown Pub near Suffolk University.

Shortly thereafter, several individuals vandalized the cruiser, breaking its windows and eventually setting it on fire.

An FBI seeking information poster includes newly released surveillance footage and enhanced photographs of two individuals sought for questioning in connection with this incident.

As seen in the video, unknown individual #1 appears to be a white or Hispanic male between 5’8” to 6’0" tall with a medium build. He wore a white hoodie, red bandana, and grey shorts.

Unknown individual #2 is believed to be a Hispanic male, approximately 5’8” to 6’0" tall with a medium build. He wore a black T-shirt, black shorts, and a black hat.

Anyone with information is asked to call the FBI at (857) 386-2000. Tips can also be electronically submitted at tips.fbi.gov.