Crime

Boston police seeking suspect after ‘unprovoked’ attack in Longwood Medical area

A woman told police she was struck with a blunt object.

Boston police shared this photo of the suspect Wednesday afternoon. Boston Police Department

By Clara McCourt

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Boston police are looking for a man who allegedly struck a woman with a blunt object Monday in the Longwood Medical area.

The “unprovoked” assault took place in the area of Binney Street around 1:50 p.m., police said.

The victim identified the suspect as a possibly Hispanic male wearing a gray sweatshirt.

Police urged anyone with information to contact Area B-2 detectives at 617-343-4275. To assist anonymously, community members can call the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS or text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463).

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