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CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
Photos released of suspects that allegedly kicked man in wheelchair down Chinatown T stop stairs
Police are asking for the public's help in identifying four people who are wanted in connection with pushing a man in a wheelchair down the stairs earlier this month. MBTA Transit Police say that the four people were harassing the man before kicking him, which caused him to fall down the stairs at the Chinatown Orange Line T Stop. Investigators say it happened Saturday evening around 8:30 p.m. on June 7. There is no information about what injuries the man might have received from the fall, nor an update on his current condition. He has not been identified. "Honestly heartbreaking. Regardless of where I'm from or where this person is from, everyone is human. Everyone should be treated with respect and dignity," a woman visiting Boston told WBZ-TV. MBTA releases photos of suspects Transit police release surveillance photos of the suspects on their X account. Police are looking for help in identifying these two suspects. MBTA Transit Police One person can be seen with long brown hair, a beard, a green and white hat, a backpack, and a white shirt. While another can be seen with a backpack, a dark colored shirt and a beanie on. The MBTA Transit Police wants to identify these suspects in connection with an assault and battery with a dangerous weapon investigation. MBTA Transit Police The third suspect was wearing a white Nike shirt and a cross necklace. The last person in the surveillance images is seen having long brown hair and wearing a large sweatshirt and glasses. MBTA Transit Police are investigating. If you recognize any of the people in those images, you're asked to call the Mass Transit Police Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Police respond to report that men 'brandished gun' at Ashland MA train station
Two men who are accused of brandishing a firearm on Thursday, May 29, at the MBTA Commuter Rail station platform in Ashland sparked a large police presence, authorities said. Police have charged the two men, who are both in their 20s, according to a press release from the Ashland Police Department. According to the release, police from Ashland, Framingham and Hopkinton, as well as the MBTA Transit Police, responded at 4:23 p.m. Thursday to the platform after fielding a 911 call. The caller told police that Commuter Rail employees removed two men from the train and that the pair 'were observed brandishing a firearm,' according to the release. More: How MetroWest benefits from MA transit agency's $9.8 billion capital investment plan Upon arrival, police, along with several police dogs, soon found the first suspect walking near the station. When the man saw police, he pulled a mask over his face and put both of his hands in his pockets, according to the release. Police stopped the man and took him into custody. When they frisked him, they found a 9mm Glock high-capacity magazine, police said in the release. Witnesses told police the second man had run into some nearby woods. Police found him soon after and took him into custody. He did not possess a gun, police said in the release. 'This incident highlights the dedication and bravery of the men and woman of the Ashland Police Department' Deputy Police Chief Michael Viniciulla said in a statement. 'The residents of Ashland can remain confident in the commitment of their police department to public safety at all times.' The two men, both of Marlborough, are charged with assault with a dangerous weapon; possession of a firearm without an FID card; and carrying a firearm without a permit. More: MetroWest transit agency has new, larger buses for its busiest route One man was also charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. The second man was also charged with possession of ammunition without an FID card and possession of a large capacity feeding device. The case is being investigated by the MBTA Transit Police. They could not be reached for comment on Friday, May 30. Both suspects were arraigned Friday in Framingham District Court. Judge Michael Callahan ordered both held without bail, pending hearings to determine whether they are dangers to the public. One man's hearing is scheduled for Monday, June 2, and the second man's hearing is Wednesday, June 4. Norman Miller can be reached at 508-626-3823 or nmiller@ For up-to-date public safety news, follow him on X @Norman_MillerMW or on Facebook at This article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: Two men charged in gun incident at Ashland MBTA commuter rail station
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Yahoo
Woman killed in car crash with MBTA Commuter Rail train
A woman was killed Wednesday after she drove an SUV onto Commuter Rail train tracks in Abington and collided with a train, MBTA Transit Police confirmed. The crash happened around noon near 242 Centre St., Transit Police Superintendent Richard Sullivan said in an email. That address is across the street from Abington station, which is on the Kingston Line. The initial investigation suggests that the woman drove onto the train tracks despite the safety gates being down and the warning system being fully engaged, Sullivan said. Multiple witnesses told WCVB that they heard the train's horn and screeching brakes prior to the crash. Read more: MBTA Commuter Rail train collides with SUV in Abington Photos and videos of the aftermath show a badly damaged white SUV next to the train tracks. Transit Police are still investigating the crash, Sullivan said. No further information — including the woman's identity — has been released. Legendary filmmaker reveals his choice for 'greatest American film ever made' 'You're on thin ice': Judge warns 'Turtleboy' blogger as prosecutors try to revoke bail Smith Academy, St. Mary baseball teams raise money for 'Michael J. Fox Foundation' Gov. Healey awards $1.5M in grants to 500 Mass. community college students Tribe members, allies protest hydro utility relicensing along Connecticut River
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Yahoo
At least 13 people facing charges, slew of ‘borgs' seized during St. Patrick's Day parade in Boston
At least 13 people are facing charges in connection with incidents at the St. Patrick's Day Parade in South Boston on Sunday, authorities said. Nine people were arrested and four others will be summonsed to face a judge, Boston police announced after the 122nd annual celebration. They will also face charges of minor in possession of alcohol to assault and battery, public fighting, disorderly conduct, disturbing the peace, assault and battery on a police officer, and destruction of property in South Boston District Court. One of the individuals is a juvenile, while the other twelve are adults, police noted. An earlier start time for the 2025 edition of the parade was agreed upon by city leaders to help curb the public drinking and rowdiness that occurred during the 2024 event, but police still seized copious amounts of alcohol. The Boston Police Department showed off its efforts to curb underage and public drinking. Officers shared photos of a slew of 'borgs' that were seized from paradegoers. A 'borg,' also known as a blackout rage gallon, is a mixed drink made in a plastic gallon jug, generally containing water, vodka, and flavored drink mix. 'Borg' drinking trend on college campuses raises concerns among Boston health experts The 'borg' is a trendy choice among college students and also for Sunday's festivities, with officers collecting dozens upon dozens of jugs filled with various colored mixtures. 'Alcohol has been seized due to underage and or public drinking,' the department wrote in a statement. 'We thank the vast majority of those celebrating today for doing so in a safe and appropriate way.' MBTA Transit Police also seized alcohol from St. Patrick's Day revelers at Broadway Station. 'Some folks refuse to listen and follow simple rules,' the department wrote on X. 'This is a small sampling of what Transit Police officers seized from people coming into the parade.' The annual tradition celebrates the rich Irish heritage that permeates the city, and it also honors the day in 1776 when British troops left Boston after a lengthy attack during the Revolutionary War. Since 1948, the South Boston Allied War Veterans Council has been organizing the parade. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Boston Globe
14-02-2025
- General
- Boston Globe
Geese are rescued, a housepainter is found asleep on a homeowner's bed, and a van ends up on MBTA tracks
GOOSE RESCUE x 2 Advertisement At 7:15 a.m. Jan. 21, Norfolk Animal Control Officer Hilary Cohen got a call about a goose loitering outside a physical therapy office. The goose wasn't looking right, so Cohen brought him to the Tufts Wildlife Clinic in Grafton . Later that afternoon, Cohen received another goose-related call, this time from a resident who spotted two that appeared to be stuck in the frozen ice on Highland Lake. One of the geese had managed to free itself when Cohen arrived at the scene. Because of the unsafe conditions on the ice, she contacted the fire department for help. 'This is where I tell you how incredibly special our little town of Norfolk is,' Cohen wrote on Advertisement GONE GOLFING At 9:02 p.m. Jan. 28, Saugus police received a call from someone who saw a set of golf clubs in the far right lane of Route 1 north, just before Walmart. An officer was dispatched to the scene but couldn't find the clubs. BEWARE OF THOSE T TRACKS We reported how 1/18 947PM TPD responded to Comm Ave/University Road for another vehicle stuck on the GL tracks. 41y/o operator of a 2021 Nissan stated he was unfamiliar w/the area and took a wrong turn. Service was delayed. V towed off the tracks. — MBTA Transit Police (@MBTATransitPD) Emily Sweeney can be reached at
