SOMERVILLE, Mass. — The Somerville Police Department is currently investigating after reports of an unknown man approaching a juvenile and touching them.
According to the reports, the victim was approached by a man near North Street and Powder House Boulevard. Allegedly, the man touched the victim’s arm and attempted to kiss the child on the cheek.
The man is described as a thin white male, around six feet tall, and between twenty to thirty years old. He was described as having black, curly hair and a beard.
When the incident occurred, he was wearing a gray vest over a white t-shirt and shorts.
Somerville police are asking parents and residents to remind children of the importance of avoiding interactions between strangers and unknown adults.
While police are investigating, they ask that anyone information about the suspect report to the Somerville Police Department at 617.625.1600 ext 7230
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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