Boston Blotter: Commonwealth Mom Killed in New York

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--A young woman from Southbridge died from a gunshot wound after an alleged robbery attempt in the Bronx, NY. The 18-year-old's fiance was also wounded in the incident. Her young child, who was nearby, was unharmed. [Boston Herald, Gothamist]

--Former mob boss Cadillac Frank Salemme entered a plea margin on charges of lying and obstruction of justice. The 74-year-old, who has been locked up since 2004, has been recommended to serve five years. He will be sentenced in July. [Boston Globe]

--A two-year-old boy died tragically in Framingham after he got out of his family's gaze and entered a backyard swimming pool. Authorities do not suspect foul play. [Boston Herald]

--There were three non-fatal stabbings in three days in Chelsea, but police there do not think there's a connection between the attacks. [Boston Herald]

All charges alleged until proven under law.

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