BOSTON — Boston Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man wanted in connection to an assault and battery outside of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
On Monday around 10:06 a.m., officers responded to a verbal dispute in the area of 450 Brookline Ave. in Boston.
When they arrived, officers learned that a female victim was physically assaulted while she was standing in front of 1 Jimmy Fund Way.
The suspect was described as a black male wearing an all-black jumpsuit. Police said the suspect ran up to the victim and struck her with a closed fist on the right side of her head.
“This was an unprovoked attack,” police said in a statement.
The suspect then ran away from the area, along Jimmy Fund Way and then took a right on Brookline Avenue.
The victim was treated for minor injuries at a local hospital.
Anyone with information on the assault is asked to call Boston detectives at 617-343-4275. Individuals who wish to provide information in an anonymous manner may do so by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 800-494-TIPS.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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