4-year-old amongst 4 shot, stabbed in Mattapan home violence incident

A person was arrested early Tuesday after allegedly stabbing and taking pictures 4 folks, together with a four-year-old boy, in a home violence incident in Mattapan on Monday, Boston Police reported.

“Domestic violence remains one of the most dangerous and challenging situations Boston Police Officers face,” Boston Police wrote Tuesday. “A recent incident in Mattapan tragically underscored that reality.”

At about 11:14 p.m. Monday, Boston Police obtained a report of a taking pictures on Regis Street in Mattapan, BPD stated in a press release.

On the scene, officers acknowledged they discovered 4 victims with “serious but non-life-threatening injuries.” A 47-year-old feminine, 16-year-old lady, and a 4-year-old boy have been all affected by gunshot wounds. One other 18-year-old lady had a stab wound, BPD stated.

All 4 have been taken to native hospitals for remedy, Boston Police stated.

Police launched a citywide seek for the suspect, police acknowledged, utilizing a car description and different info.

At about 3:03 a.m., officers pulled over a automotive at 144 Rowe St. in Roslindale and performed a visitors cease. The suspect, 46-year-old Calvin Stokes of Mattapan, was arrested in reference to the home violence incident.

Stokes faces costs together with 4 counts of assault with intent to homicide, being an armed profession legal, assault and battery with a knife, and a number of other firearm costs.

“There is no excuse for domestic violence,” BPD wrote. “You are not alone, and no one deserves to be harmed. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse or needs help with safety planning, please know that resources are available.”