A man led officers on a foot chase and tried to steal a car, according to police.
Boston police have identified the suspect arrested in connection with a murder and attempted armed carjacking in the city's Allston neighborhood on Monday night.
Omar Riaz, 26, of Allston, was arraigned in Brighton District Court on charges of murder, armed carjacking and resisting arrest. He waived his right to appear.
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WATCH HEREOfficers responded just after 7:45 p.m. Monday to a 911 call on Glenville Avenue, police have said, describing the incident as "likely a domestic."
Prosecutors said arriving officers found an elderly woman inside a bedroom with significant head trauma. She died of her injuries.
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SIGN UP The woman was not named in court, but she was identified as a family member of Riaz and lived at the home. Prosecutors said it was a "significant act of violence" that resulted in her death. Investigators have recovered a bat and a bloody sword they believe were involved.
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After police arrived at the apartment, a man broke a window, leaving the building and fleeing on foot, according to police.
Police used a stun gun as the man led officers on a chase through yards in the area. Police said he was ultimately apprehended on Quint Avenue after an attempted armed carjacking. None of the officers nor the attempted carjacking victim were injured.
Prosecutors said in court that Riaz was the only other person inside the bedroom. Another person who was in the home was outside the bedroom and heard noises. That person, described as being in a relationship with Riaz, was hospitalized, but prosecutors said the injuries are not serious.
Riaz was ordered held without bail and the case is scheduled back in court Wednesday with a doctor present.
Police said they are continuing to investigate, and asked anyone with information to contact them at 617-343-4470.
