02:37At the forefront of the meeting was the alleged assault and battery incident at Royale, located on Tremont Street. The case involved claims of excessive force by the nightclub’s bouncers during an altercation with patrons Nicholas Andrade and Hustto Javier Camoro Matillaa. Detective Walsh presented the police report, which detailed that the incident occurred after a private party for Harvard alumni. Andrade and Matillaa, while waiting for an Uber, were reportedly approached by bouncers amidst rain and snow. The situation escalated when Andrade refused to move, leading to both men being tackled by the bouncers.

19:18Witnesses, primarily Harvard students, supported Andrade’s claims of excessive force. Surveillance footage showed bouncer Samson Hazel in a confrontational stance over Andrade, with Samuel Nelson also involved. Charges have been filed against Hazel in Boston Municipal Court. Royale’s representatives, George Givas and Chuck Delidio, recounted the night’s events, emphasizing the challenges posed by intoxicated patrons. Delidio noted that the security team was equipped to manage conflicts but maintained that physical force should be the last resort. The board sought clarity on the training and employment status of the bouncers involved, which remained unresolved by the meeting’s end.

22:24Moving on, the board reviewed an incident at Candy Bar involving multiple assault and battery charges. The altercation began when patron Fernando Cologne claimed he was assaulted by a female at the bar, and his wife, Mrs. Silva, was subsequently attacked by the bartender. Video evidence depicted a chaotic scene with misdirected punches and a bartender being attacked by Silva. The board was informed of the video footage’s clarity and awaited further review to corroborate the events.

30:22Another case involved Loretta’s Last Call, where a patron lost consciousness after reportedly consuming one shot. The board examined the establishment’s response and the sequence of events leading to the patron’s collapse. Management fully cooperated with law enforcement and facilitated EMT access, raising questions about their communication and handling of the situation.

01:29:15The board also explored a series of confrontations at Landsdown Pub. An incident on November 1, 2024, involved patrons being escorted out due to intoxication, leading to a physical altercation with security personnel. The board heard testimony regarding the patrons’ aggressive behavior and the security staff’s attempts to manage the situation. Video footage, which was to be reviewed, played a role in understanding the altercation’s dynamics and the actions of both patrons and staff.

01:13:28Additionally, Stark Hospitality LLC faced scrutiny for a separate altercation where patrons reacted aggressively when asked to leave. The establishment’s attorney underscored efforts to improve security and surveillance measures, acknowledging the absence of preserved video footage due to automatic deletion protocols.

01:21:33The board also addressed an incident at The Greatest Bar, where a fight occurred outside the establishment involving male patrons and a group of females. Body camera footage reportedly corroborated the males’ claims of self-defense against female aggressors. The board evaluated the establishment’s cooperation with law enforcement as part of their deliberations.

In other matters, the board discussed licensing status updates for New Boston LLC and Thornton Companies, Inc., both seeking to transfer ownership amidst ongoing negotiations. The board expressed urgency in resolving these cases, with plans to reconvene for a vote on April 17th.