Boston police have arrested two people from Brighton in connection to a string of recent handicap parking placard thefts in the area.

The department received reports of at least 19 incidents within the Allston-Brighton neighborhood this year.

An investigation into these incidents led police to arrest Andrea Doucette-Keating, 55, and Zachary Shelton, 37, who each now face various property-related charges.

Detectives said evidence recovered from three key incidents – one on June 30 at 82 Glenville Ave. and two on Aug. 14 at 95 Washington St. and 34 Fidelis Way – led them to identify Doucette-Keating as a suspect.

Police allege that Doucette-Keating served as the primary thief, while Shelton organized the operation, supplied tools, and distributed stolen placards.

Police arrested Doucet

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