Yesterday, an armed robbery on an MBTA bus prompted a quick response from the Watertown Police Department. According to the Watertown Police Department recent social media post, officers were dispatched following a 911 call and managed to swiftly locate the suspects. The incident, which resulted in the arrest of four individuals, occurred within the limits of Watertown, leading to a collaborative effort with the MBTA Transit Police.
The suspects, identified as David Silva of Brighton, Josue Eduardo Ortega of Allston, and two unnamed juveniles from Boston, were found hiding in a backyard on Eliot Street. Information provided by the Watertown Police Department indicates that all four have since been charged with armed robbery. The Watertown authorities were quick to to highlight the professional conduct demonstrated by their officers and the effective partnership with transit officials in addressing the crime.
The Watertown Police’s press release revealed that the four arrested individuals and the victim were known to each other. This detail suggests that the robbery was not a random act of violence, but perhaps a targeted encounter. The nature of their prior relationship remains undisclosed, as the investigation continues to be handled by the MBTA Transit Police…