In Loving Memory of Marie Molea-Anthony
Marie Molea-Anthony Death, Obituary: Family, friends, and members of the Boston community continue to remember and honor the life of Marie Molea-Anthony, a 61-year-old Boston resident whose life was tragically taken in a shooting in Roxbury in 2025. As the investigation into her death continues, authorities have announced a significant development in the case more than a year after the heartbreaking incident.
On Wednesday, March 18, 2026, detectives with the Boston Police Department Homicide Unit confirmed that a warrant has been lodged against a 16-year-old male juvenile from Needham in connection with the murder of Marie Molea-Anthony. The juvenile suspect is facing several serious charges, including murder, aggravated assault, and unlawful possession of a firearm.
According to officials, the suspect is currently in custody on unrelated firearms charges and is expected to be arraigned in Boston Juvenile Court at a later date as the legal process moves forward.
The tragic events that led to the loss of Marie Molea-Anthony began months earlier. On Monday, October 13, 2025, at approximately 1:07 p.m., officers assigned to District D-4 in the South End responded to a radio call reporting a person shot in the area of 1855 Washington Street in Roxbury.
When officers arrived at the scene, they located an adult woman suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Emergency responders quickly transported her to a nearby hospital, where medical staff worked to provide treatment. Despite their efforts, the woman later succumbed to her injuries.
Authorities later identified the victim as Marie Molea-Anthony, a 61-year-old woman from Boston. Her death left a deep sense of grief among those who knew her and those in the community who were shaken by the tragic act of violence.
For more than a year, detectives continued working diligently to uncover the facts surrounding the case. Investigators conducted interviews, gathered evidence, and reviewed information in hopes of identifying those responsible for the fatal shooting.
The recent charging of a suspect marks an important step in the ongoing investigation. However, officials say the case remains active as detectives continue to examine all details connected to the incident.
The Boston Police Department Homicide Unit continues to encourage anyone who may have information related to the shooting to come forward and assist investigators. Community members who wish to help but remain anonymous can submit tips through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line by phone, text, or online. Authorities also allow photos and videos related to the investigation to be submitted anonymously, and they emphasize that the identities of individuals who provide information are strictly protected.
The loss of Marie Molea-Anthony serves as a painful reminder of the lasting impact violence can have on families and communities. Those who knew her continue to hold on to the memories they shared with her and the life she lived.
For individuals and families affected by this tragedy, emotional support resources are available through the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team, which offers free and confidential support 24 hours a day for those coping with the emotional effects of violence and loss.
As the investigation continues and the case moves through the legal system, many in the community continue to remember Marie Molea-Anthony not only for the tragedy surrounding her death but for the life she lived and the people who cared deeply for her.
May Marie Molea-Anthony be remembered and may her loved ones continue to find strength and comfort as they carry her memory forward.
