Man Killed in Memorial Day Stabbing in Dorchester

A man was killed in a Memorial Day stabbing in Boston's Dorchester neighborhood, police said.

Boston police received a call just before 9 p.m. Monday for a stabbing on Beauford Lane.

The victim was taken to a local hospital where he died of his injuries, police said. He was identified Friday as Earnest Sims, 39, of Boston.

There were several police vehicles on scene late Monday night, as well as crime scene tape blocking off a portion of the road.

No arrests have been made.

This is an active and ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Boston homicide detectives at 617-343-4470.

Anonymous tips can be called into the CrimeStoppers tip line at 1-800-494-TIPS or by texting the word 'TIP' to CRIME (27463).