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Police: Woman raped off Columbia Road in Dorchester
By adamg on Fri, 09/26/2014 - 9:07am
Boston Police report a woman walking in the area of Columbia Road and Holden Street around 7:50 a.m. yesterday "when she was approached by a male who forced her into the rear of an adjacent property and sexually assaulted her."
The suspect is described as black, with a light complexion, in his mid to late 20s, about 6' and thin, with a slight beard. He wore a brown hat, a green hoodie with "English script style lettering," dark jeans, and newer Timberland boots.
If you know anything about the incident, contact the sexual assault unit at 617-343-4400 or the anonymous tip line by calling 800-494-TIPS or texting TIP to CRIME (27463).
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Comments
Em
Ugh. I frequently walk down this stretch of road, often at this time of day. Typically, there are a lot of people out and it feels safe.
My support to the victim.
Local civic associations have been encouraging the Boston Police and State Police to intervene concerning the large number of vagrants and intoxicated addicts in and around Everett Sq., near this daytime crime scene. Their presence creates an atmosphere of isolation, even with many people/cars on the streets. Nobody wants to be hassled for money while just walking/driving in the public space. So, this makes the area less safe for everybody, since people are less likely to pay attention of get involved. I'd encourage interested citizens to support these efforts by the police to keep the area clear of sketchy vagrants. For example, stop handing them money and call 911 when you see people hassling drivers or pedestrians.