Crime & Safety
Suffolk County District Attorney: No Criminal Charges In Death Of BU Professor
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January 21, 2022
Dr. David Jones fell to his death at JFK/UMass T station last year
BOSTON, January 21, 2022 — District Attorney Kevin R. Hayden today announced his office has completed its investigation into the tragic death of David K. Jones, who fell to his death Sept. 11, 2021, through a broken section of staircase on MBTA property at JFK Station. Jones, an avid runner, was on a run when he attempted to ascend the unrepaired stairs, which had been blocked off and unattended for more than a year.
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“Any death is a tragedy and his family, loved ones, students, and colleagues continue to mourn his untimely passing,” said DA Hayden. “Based on a thorough and careful review of the evidence, however, we have determined that criminal charges are not warranted in connection with Dr. Jones’ death.”
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