Boston street takeover torches cruiser; 2 charged
Boston police say a large street takeover just after 2 a.m. Sunday escalated when a patrol cruiser was set on fire as more than 100 people attacked police vehicles with cones, fireworks, and poles, blocking an intersection. Two Rhode Island teens, Julian Bowers, 18, and William Cantwell, 19, were arrested on charges including assault and battery on a police officer and malicious destruction; both pleaded not guilty and were released on $500 and $1,000 bail after prosecutors sought $15,000 and $20,000.
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đ Key Facts
- More than 100 participants were involved; a Boston police cruiser was destroyed by fire.
- Defendants: Julian Bowers (18) and William Cantwell (19) charged with assault on an officer, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct, and malicious destruction over $1,200.
- Bail set at $500 (Bowers) and $1,000 (Cantwell) despite prosecutors seeking $15,000 and $20,000; no officers were reported injured.