On the evening of September 25, 2021, 31-year-old Tayne Perkins, also reported as Tanye, was fatally wounded in a double shooting in Dorchester near Westview Street and Blue Hill Avenue. Police found Perkins and a man with gunshot wounds; both were taken to a hospital, where Perkins later died and the man was treated and listed in stable condition.

The Boston Police Department identified Perkins as the deceased and described the investigation as active and ongoing, asking the public for information and offering the CrimeStoppers Tip Line for anonymous leads. Her obituary described her as a beloved mother, daughter, and sister.

As of late 2025 there have been no public announcements of arrests or identified suspects and the case remains open. If anyone has information about the shooting, contact homicide detectives or submit an anonymous tip to CrimeStoppers.