Authorities are seeking assistance in a heart-wrenching larceny case involving an elderly victim with impaired vision. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Transit Police have released an appeal for information related to the theft of a personal amplifier belonging to an 85-year-old at the State Street station. The crime occurred at approximately 10:30 AM on March 22 and has prompted an investigation.
In an effort to apprehend the individual responsible, the MBTA Transit Police took to social media, sharing an image of the suspect. With precise details scarce, authorities hope the public's eyesight might be sharper than that of the vulnerable senior who was targeted. Describing the unfortunate victim, the MBTA Transit Police posted on X Account, "Victim is 85 years old with impaired vision."
ID Sought re: Larceny Investigation. 3/22 1030AM #MBTA State St. Victim is 85y/o w/impaired vision. SP stole victim's amplifier. Recognize this subject of interest? Pls contact our CIU at 617-222-1050 w/any info you have. You can remain anonymous. TY pic.twitter.com/OmaUuRHCzE
— MBTA Transit Police (@MBTATransitPD) March 26, 2024
The MBTA has requested that anyone who recognizes this "subject of interest" or has any information related to the incident come forward and contact the MBTA's Criminal Investigations Unit. They assure that informants have the option to remain anonymous. According to the provided contact information, those with knowledge of the theft can reach out at 617-222-1050. The Transit Police express their thanks in advance for any help received from the public.
