The MBTA Transit Police are on the lookout for a suspect involved in an assault and battery against a disabled person at the North Quincy MBTA station. The incident, which took place on January 22 at around 11:40 AM on a Red Line train, has led authorities to release an image of the person of interest in hopes that the public can assist in their identification.
According to the MBTA Transit Police X's post, those who recognize the individual or have any information related, are encouraged to contact the Criminal Investigations Unit directly, with the promise that informants can remain anonymous. Still, the police are urging the public to aid in their search by calling the CIU at 617-222-1050 with any relevant details.
ID Sought re: Assault & Battery on a Disabled Person. 1/22 1140AM Red Line train at #MBTA North Quincy Station. Recognize this person of interest? Pls contact our CIU at 617-222-1050 w/any info you have. You can remain anonymous. TY pic.twitter.com/L9uA0h4CyF
— MBTA Transit Police (@MBTATransitPD) February 3, 2025
Attacking a disabled person is a serious crime that highlights concerns about safety and disability rights. Authorities are working to find the suspect but have not revealed details about the victim’s disability or the attack to protect their identity and privacy.
