Woonsocket Man Charged with Murder in Connection to Fatal Shooting in Boston
A man from Woonsocket, Rhode Island, has been charged with murder in connection to the fatal shooting of a New Jersey man in Boston last month. Darius Powell, 25, of Woonsocket, and Daiquan Miller, 25, of Dorchester, Massachusetts, both face charges for the death of 37-year-old Keith Cousin, who was from Bayonne, New Jersey.
The Boston Police Department announced that Dorchester District Court granted arrest warrants for both Powell and Miller on Tuesday. The two men have already been in police custody on separate gun charges, and now face murder charges linked to the tragic shooting. The incident occurred on Devon Street in Boston on December 9, 2024, where Keith Cousin was found shot and later pronounced dead at the scene.
Boston police continue to investigate the case and have urged anyone with relevant information to come forward. Investigators are actively working to piece together the events leading up to Cousin’s death, and are particularly seeking any tips or leads from the public that could assist in their efforts.
Both Powell and Miller are expected to be arraigned on the murder charges at a future date, though specific timing has not yet been announced. The authorities are handling the case carefully and are likely to provide additional details during the legal proceedings.
For those with any information regarding the incident, Boston police have encouraged individuals to contact the department directly at 617-343-4470. Police also emphasized the importance of public cooperation in solving the case and bringing justice to the victim’s family.
As the investigation continues, both the city of Boston and the surrounding communities are awaiting further developments in the case, hoping for swift justice for the victim and his loved ones.
