BOSTON, MA – Boston Police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at approximately 11:17 PM on Friday, May 31, at 36 Edson Street in the Mattapan district. Upon arrival, officers discovered 27-year-old Pereshah Shear-Yashub from Taunton suffering from gunshot wounds. She was urgently transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries and was later pronounced deceased.
The Boston Police Department is currently reviewing all relevant details surrounding the incident and is appealing to the public for any information that could assist their ongoing investigation. Individuals with knowledge of the event are encouraged to contact the Boston Police Homicide Detectives at (617) 343-4470.
For those who prefer to provide information anonymously, they can reach out through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1 (800) 494-TIPS or text ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The identities of all informants will be kept confidential.
Additionally, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team (NTT) is available to offer emotional support 24/7 for community members affected by this or other distressing events. They can be contacted at (617) 431-0125.