Crime & Safety

Police: Two People Found Lying Behind Dumpster on Columbus Avenue

Police are setting up a perimeter in the area for an investigation.

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The Boston Police Department is reporting two people were found lying motionless behind a dumpster behind 599 Columbus Ave. in the South End around 2:45 p.m. on Monday.

Police have not yet confirmed the condition of the individuals.  

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Detectives have set up a perimeter and established a crime scene near the corner of Columbus Avenue and Massachusetts Avenue while they investigate.

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