Boston Licensing Board Examines Alleged Assaults and Safety Protocols at Local Venues

In a meeting of the Boston Licensing Board, discussions focused on incidents of alleged assaults at local establishments and crowd management practices at concert venues. The board reviewed reports of misconduct, including indecent assault allegations at a Roxbury restaurant, a violent altercation at a Taco Bell, and public drinking issues at a concert venue. The board also scrutinized the safety protocols in place to manage large crowds and mitigate risks at these venues.

The first significant incident discussed involved 94 Shirley Street, Boss LLC, located in Roxbury, where an alleged indecent assault and battery took place on October 3, 2025. The incident was reported to have involved Luis Trenz, the owner of a restaurant within the building, who was accused of inappropriately touching an employee after sending him money via a mobile payment app. The suspect had left the scene before police arrived. During the meeting, the board heard from Riley Andrews, director of operations for the LLC, who stated that the accused was not directly employed by the LLC but by one of the individual businesses within the building.

Detective Gallagher of the Boston Police Department presented a report detailing the events, and Andrews emphasized the LLC’s zero-tolerance policy for such behavior, noting that the accused individual was terminated and banned from the premises. The board expressed concern over the LLC’s responsibility given that the license was held in its name, prompting inquiries into the management structure and internal policies. The board took the matter under advisement, requesting further documentation to review the LLC’s actions and responsibilities concerning the incident.

Another notable discussion centered around a violent altercation at a Taco Bell Cantina in Brighton on October 11, 2025. Detective Gallagher presented details from the police report, describing how an altercation between patrons resulted in injuries. The victim, Ayaz Shudri, reported being attacked in line after an exchange with another patron. Taco Bell’s attorney, Tom Miller, addressed the board, explaining the rapid escalation of events and emphasizing that staff are trained in de-escalation and conflict resolution. The board requested video footage of the incident to review the actions taken by staff and patrons.

The board also explored a series of incidents at Spectrum, a venue in Brighton, where issues of overcrowding, underage drinking, and an assault involving a shoe were reported. Security staff described managing the chaos as patrons became unruly during a concert. Testimonies highlighted the challenges faced by venue staff in maintaining order and ensuring safety, with a detailed account of how staff attempted to manage the crowd and prevent further incidents.

Further discussions focused on crowd management at another concert venue, where public drinking and a crowd surge were reported during a concert by the artist Fiser. Detective Gallagher detailed how the Boston Police Department and venue staff managed the situation, removing barriers to alleviate pressure from the crowd. The board examined the venue’s response and cooperation with law enforcement, noting the importance of proactive measures to ensure safety and compliance with licensing regulations.

The board also discussed incidents of public drinking and tailgating at a temporary licensed premises managed by HYM and LAZ Parking. Concerns were raised about the lack of oversight and enforcement in the parking area, with board members emphasizing the need for collaboration between venue operators and parking management to address neighborhood complaints and enhance public safety.

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Mayor:
Michelle Wu
Licensing Board Officials:
Liam Curran, Keeana Saxon, Kathleen Joyce, Daniel R. Green

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