BOSTON— Crime waves are surging in the city as the Boston Police Department reveals a staggering six auto thefts in just a 24-hour period. The alarming spike has residents on high alert, as the streets seem to be increasingly targeted by thieves.

According to the official police blotter, this series of thefts is part of a larger trend that saw three robberies and nine aggravated assaults reported alongside the auto thefts. The report indicates that between the hours of Thursday at 10 AM and Friday at 10 AM, the city was rocked by criminal activity, raising questions about safety and law enforcement's ability to combat these issues.

In addition to the auto thefts, the police reported 23 instances of larceny, including three thefts from vehicles. With these figures released, many are wondering how effective the Boston Police Department's response will be to curb this alarming increase in crime.

The police blotter reveals that while Boston saw no homicides during this period, the ongoing thefts and robberies raise serious concerns for community safety. Authorities are calling for increased vigilance from the public as they work to investigate these incidents further.