Local News

MBTA police: Man asked for directions at Green Line station, got punched in the face

The incident took place Wednesday around 5 p.m. at Boylston station.

MBTA Transit Police are investigating after a man was allegedly punched in the face for asking another commuter for help finding his way this week.

The incident took place Wednesday around 5 p.m. The Green Line rider reportedly asked another man for directions at the Boylston station, which seemed to anger the person, police said.

Instead of answering his question, the fellow commuter struck the victim in the face with his fist and jumped on the T, fleeing the area, according to police.

No further details were immediately available.

Heather Alterisio

Senior Content Producer

Heather Alterisio, a senior content producer, joined Boston.com in 2022 after working for more than five years as a general assignment reporter at newspapers in Massachusetts.

To comment, please create a screen name in your profile

Conversation

This discussion has ended. Please join elsewhere on Boston.com