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Woman Arrested During Houseboat Death Investigation
Houseboat Incident Investigated by Homicide Detectives
**Boston, MA** – On Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 10:43 PM, officers from District 15 (Charlestown) responded to an incident on a houseboat at Shipway Place, Charlestown. Upon arrival, they found a deceased individual. Homicide Detectives are currently leading the investigation into the incident.
The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will perform an autopsy to determine the cause and manner of death and to confirm the identity of the deceased individual. During the response, Nora Nelson, 24, of Boston, was arrested on unrelated warrants and is set for arraignment in Boston Municipal Court.
The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit continues to review the facts surrounding the incident. They urge anyone with information to contact them at 617-343-4470.
Community members can provide information anonymously through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line. Photos and videos can also be shared anonymously. For emotional support, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team offers confidential assistance around the clock at 617-431-0125.
Suspect in Boston Murder Case Arrested
Suspect in Boston Murder Case Arrested
**Boston, MA** – On Friday at around 4:45 PM, members of the Fugitive Unit apprehended Rasheedah Hughes, 40, of Boston near Hammond Street. She was arrested on an outstanding warrant related to the murder of Celia Simmons, 65, of Boston. Hughes is scheduled to be arraigned at Roxbury District Court on Monday, December 23.
The initial incident occurred on Saturday, November 16, at 12:48 PM, when officers from District D-4 (South End/Back Bay) were dispatched to a stabbing at Ramsey Park, 1917 Washington St. Upon their arrival, they found the victim suffering from multiple stab wounds. Boston EMS transported the victim to a hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries. The victim was identified as Celia Simmons.
The Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit continues to investigate this case and urges anyone with information to contact them at 617-343-4470. Community members can anonymously assist by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or texting “TIP” to CRIME (27463).
For emotional support related to these events, the Boston
