Jalen J. Tavares, 19, Of Lakeville Remembered After Fatal June 22, 2026 Dorchester Incident
Family, friends, classmates, and members of the Lakeville community are mourning Jalen J. Tavares, 19, of Lakeville, after a fatal incident in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood on Monday evening, June 22, 2026.
Boston Police said District B-3 officers from Mattapan and Dorchester responded at approximately 7:38 p.m. to the area of 115 Milton Avenue after receiving a report of a person shot.
Officers found Jalen J. Tavares near the rear of 115 Milton Avenue, in the area of 6 Selden Street, with a gunshot wound.
Boston EMS responded and tried to provide assistance, but officials pronounced Jalen deceased at the scene.
Loved ones are remembering Jalen for the relationships, memories, and meaningful presence shared with family, friends, classmates, and the wider community.
The Boston Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances, and officials have asked anyone with information to come forward.
Memorial and funeral service details will be announced later by family members.
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