Do you know who murdered Alvin Sealey? In the early, cold hours of January 27, 2016, the life of 19-year-old Alvin Sealey Jr., an African-American male, was tragically cut short on a street in his Dorchester neighborhood. The incident unfolded near the intersection of Washington Street and Dunbar Avenue, where Alvin was discovered with a fatal gunshot wound to the head. He was pronounced dead at the scene, becoming the city of Boston's third homicide victim of the year.
Alvin, known to his friends and family as "Trizzy," was
remembered as a hardworking young man. He held down two jobs and had a passion for playing the piano. His father, Alvin Sealey Sr., described his son as a happy person who was trying to live his life to the fullest and got along with everyone. He was a resident of Dorchester and was seemingly in the prime of his youth when he was killed.
The investigation into Alvin's death suggested that he was not a random victim of violence. A law enforcement official stated that it was clear he had been "clearly targeted" in the shooting. Despite this belief and the ongoing investigation by Boston Police homicide detectives, the case has grown cold. To date, there has been no public announcement of any suspects or arrests made in connection with the murder of Alvin Sealey Jr.
His father made public pleas for anyone with information to come forward and speak with the police, believing that someone must have witnessed something that could lead to an arrest. The authorities also urged the public for assistance, providing contact information for the homicide unit and an anonymous tip line. Despite these efforts, the individuals responsible for Alvin's death remain at large, and his case is still considered unsolved.
