Three Arrested in New Bedford in Relation to Marathon Bombings
Three people with ties to the Boston Marathon bombing were arrested Friday night in New Bedford. Police arrested three suspects from the Hidden Brook Apartments on Carriage Drive in New Bedford, according to ABC6.com in Providence Friday night. Minutes later, police in Watertown took into custody Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the second suspect in the Boston Marathon bombings. South End Patch
Continuing Updates on Boston Marathon Bombings
Patch will be adding any new updates posted on social media about the Boston Marathon bombings to this Storify article throughout the day. South End Patch
FBI: ‘No Imminent Threat’ After Marathon Bombings
Boston and state police, the FBI and other federal officials said on Tuesday morning that there are no known threats to the public at this time, and that they are continuing to investigate and look for tips and leads related to Monday’s bombing at the Boston Marathon. However, officials would not comment on whether or not anyone has been taken into custody or follow up on any leads relative to the investigation. Right now, authorities say their main focus is following up on leads, interviewing witnesses and soliciting tips from the public. FBI special agent Richard Deslauriers said “voluminous” tips have been pouring in, including eyewitness accounts, photos and videos of the scene before, during and after the blast. “Our mission is clear: Bring to justice those who are responsible for the marathon bombing,” he said. “The American public wants answers.” The two bombs that exploded near the finish line of the Boston Marathon on Monday, injured 176 people—17 critically—and killed three, police said. Police also said that residents in the Boston area should expect to see an increased police presence on the MBTA, at Logan Airport and out in the street, both to help facilitate the tip process and to give residents a sense of security. “The city of Boston should expect to see the FBI conducting investigative activity,” said DesLauriers. “We commend the public for the information that has been provided so far and we strongly encourage further assistance.” Anyone with tips or other information can call 1-800-CALL-FBI. South End Patch
Prayer Vigils and Services: Response to the Boston Marathon Bombings
For some, a prayer vigil or service is a way to gather with others and spiritually support the bombing victims, the city of Boston — even the perpetrator/s. For others, it is a way to seek answers — or peace, in the face of unsettling evil. Or even just share quiet company with others or with God. Patch is gathering a list of all the prayer services and vigils in response to the Boston Marathon bombings. Below is a list of vigils and services being held and open to the public; we will be adding to it all day. If we don’t have it listed here, please add your own to the comment section below: Andover: Where: Unitarian Universalist Congregation What: Meditation and prayer vigil When: Thursday, 7 p.m. For more: http://patch.com/A-3FC4 Attleboro: Where: All Saints’ Episcopal Church When: 12:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. What: Prayer service For more: http://patch.com/A-3Fgr Billerica: Where: The Common in Billerica Center When: 5:30 p.m. tonight What: The churches and faith communities of Billerica will gather for a time of prayer for peace and healing Boston: Where: The First Church of Christ, Scientist When: Noon and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday What: Church services with a healing response to the events. The church is also open for tours; during tour hours, people are also invited to come in for quiet prayer and contemplation. Where: Arlington Street Church When: 8 p.m. tonight What: Vigil Where: Old West Church United Methodist When: 7 p.m. tonight What: Vigil Where: The Paulist Center, 5 Park Street, across from the Boston Common When: 5:15 and 6:15 p.m. tonight What: Interfaith prayer vigils Burlington: Where: Temple Shalom Emeth When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 19 What: Shabbat service conducted by Rabbi Abramson and Cantorial Soloist Ben Silver will contain prayers and reflections on this tragedy Chestnut Hill: Where: St. Ignatius Church, located on the edge of the Boston College campus at 28 Commonwealth Ave. When: 5 p.m. tonight What: A “Mass of Healing and Hope;” all members of the BC communtiy are invited. University President William P. Leahy will celebrate the mass and a sacramental anointing for healing will follow the service. Concord: Where: First Parish When: 7 p.m. tonight What: Vespers service Danvers: Where: United Methodist Church When: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. What: The church will be open for those who would seek a place of peace and prayer. Where: Maple Street […]
Third Victim of Boston Bombings was BU Grad Student
A Boston University graduate student has been identified as the third victim of Monday’s Boston Marathon bombings, according to BU Today. The student’s name has not been released, pending notification of family. The student was reportedly watching the race with two other BU students near the finish line. One of the other students was also injured and is in stable condition at Boston Medical Center. The third student was unharmed. Krystle Campbell, a 29-year-old Medford native, was identified earlier today as the second victim of the explosions. Eight-year-old Martin Richard of Dorchester was also killed in the blasts. More than 170 others were also injured. South End Patch
Medford Native Killed in Boston Marathon Bombings
A 29-year-old Medford native died in the Boston Marathon terror attacks yesterday, WCVB is reporting. Krystle Campbell was a 2001 graduate of Medford High, WCVB reported. The Boston Globe reported that Campbell was most recently an Arlington resident. Her father, William A. Campbell Jr., told Yahoo News that his daughter was at the finish line to cheer on her boyfriend who was running in the marathon. On WHDH, Medford Mayor Michael McGlynn said he spoke with Campbell’s family within the last half-hour and offered the city’s support and assistance. McGlynn said that her father called Campbell “the daughter everyone dreamed of having—loved life, very energetic and had a big smile.” Campbell’s LinkedIn profile listed her job as general manager at Summer Shack in Hingham. The restaurant’s Twitter account tweeted, “The Summer Shack family is devastated by the loss of our beloved Krystle Campbell. Please keep her & her family in your thoughts & prayers.” Three people died in Monday’s bombing, including Campbell and 8-year-old Martin Richard of Dorchester. The third fatal victim from the Marathon attack has not been identified yet. Check back for more information. South End Patch
Marathon Bombings: Important Phone Numbers, Websites
In the wake of Monday’s marathon bombing, officials and organizations have started several hotlines, websites and other tools for the public. Here’s a collection of some of those outreach efforts. If you know of any more, please add it to the comments section below. Boston Police and FBI Tip Lines: 1-800-494-TIPS 1-800-225-5324 Boston@ci.fbi.gov Find a missing loved one, or report your location for your loved ones: 617-635-4500 Red Cross Safe and Well Google People Finder Offer a room/bed for displaced runners: Find a place to stay List a place to stay South End Patch