**Teo Vernice, 21, of Hyde Park, dies in fatal Boston shooting**

**Teo Vernice, 21, of Hyde Park, dies in fatal Boston shooting**

Fatal Boston shooting death of Teo Vernice, 21, of Hyde Park

Boston authorities have confirmed the identity of the individual who lost his life following a shooting incident Thursday evening in a Roxbury-Dorchester border community. The deceased is Teo Vernice, a 21-year-old resident of Hyde Park.

According to the city police, Teo Vernice met his end due to gunfire in the vicinity of 163 Ruthven Street. News reports indicate that law enforcement personnel were dispatched after 10 p.m. to the scene following the initial 911 call regarding a shooting. Upon arrival, they encountered Mr. Vernice outside the reported location, clearly suffering from injuries consistent with being shot.

Emergency medical services provided on-scene care before transporting him to a hospital, where medical personnel later confirmed his death.

Preliminary findings from the ongoing investigation suggest the fatal gunshot wound may have been sustained inside a vehicle, which subsequently crashed. However, the case remains under active examination by homicide detectives to establish all relevant facts.

The Boston Police Department has not disclosed any details about potential suspects or issued an arrest at this time. They are actively soliciting information from the public, urging anyone with relevant details to contact the homicide unit at 617-343-4470. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the CrimeStoppers program by calling 1-800-494-TIPS, texting “TIP” to CRIME (27463), or visiting their online portal. Individuals are also encouraged to submit any photos or videos related to the incident anonymously through the provided channels.

Mr. Vernice’s identity has been officially released by the authorities, and the incident continues to be treated as a criminal matter under investigation.