Needham 16-Year-Old Charged With Murder Of Boston Woman: Police

BOSTON, MA — A Needham 16-year-old was charged with shooting and killing a Boston woman in 2025.

Jacob Donis, 16, was charged with murder, aggravated assault and unlawful possession of a firearm in connection with the Oct. 13, 2025, killing of 61-year-old Marie Molea-Anthony.

Donis was already in custody on unrelated firearms charges when the murder case was filed against him Wednesday, police said.

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Molea-Anthony was gunned down shortly after 1 p.m. on a Monday on Washington Street in Roxbury, police said.

Officers responding to a radio call of a person having been shot found the mortally wounded Molea-Anthony.

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Molea-Anthony was taken to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead.

"The Boston Police Department Homicide Unit continues to actively investigate the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident," according to a media release, which urged anyone with information to call 617-343-4470.

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Those wishing to remain anonymous can call the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 800-494-TIPS, text TIP to CRIME (27463) or go online at Boston Police CrimeStoppers.

"Photos and videos related to this investigation can also be submitted anonymously through CrimeStoppers," according to the release.

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"For those impacted by this incident, the Boston Neighborhood Trauma Team (NTT) offers free, 24/7 confidential emotional support," the release said.

To connect with NTT, call 617-431-0125.

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