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Boston Police are requesting assistance from the public in identifying a group of males following a violent attack on a college student during the weekend on Tremont Street.
On Monday, authorities released images of five males recorded on surveillance footage, who are considered to be connected to an incident of aggravated assault and battery that occurred on Saturday at 140 Tremont St.
Aidan Knaster, a Suffolk University student, recounted to Boston 25 that while walking home around 11 p.m. Saturday, he was violently approached by a group of males.
“One of them body-checked me; it felt intentional,” Knaster described. He reported that one individual shoved him without provocation, and as he turned to address them, the group surrounded him.
“They were making threatening remarks and started to push me around,” Knaster added.
During the altercation, Knaster was struck on the head with a beer bottle, choked, and beaten until he lost consciousness, suffering a concussion as a result.
“The bottle cut an artery, and I ended up losing a significant amount of blood; the scene was chaotic,” he said.
Witnesses called 911, and Knaster was promptly transported to a local hospital, where he received four stitches for his injuries.
Concerned for their son, Knaster’s parents, who reside in New York, expressed their distress regarding the unprovoked nature of the attack. “It’s terrifying and incredibly frustrating, as a parent, knowing there’s little you can do to safeguard them,” stated Todd Knaster, Aidan’s father.
In response to the incident, Suffolk University has increased police patrols on campus. University officials confirmed that campus police are collaborating with Boston Police as the investigation unfolds.
“We are deeply troubled and saddened that one of our students became a target of such a senseless and random attack while walking along Tremont Street,” a statement from Suffolk University read.
Officials added, “We have reached out to both the student and his family following the incident, and we are relieved to know that he is on the mend.” They emphasized the university’s commitment to community safety, stating, “The well-being of our students and the wider community is our utmost priority.” Following this incident, Suffolk University Police are intensifying their patrol efforts in the vicinity, particularly along Tremont Street, and continue to share safety protocols with the campus community.
Boston Police have confirmed that they are actively pursuing the investigation into the assault.
Anyone who possesses information related to the incident is encouraged to reach out to Boston Police detectives at 617-343-4571.
Anonymous tips can be provided through the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1-800-494-TIPS, or by texting “TIP” to CRIME (27463). Tips can also be submitted online via this website.
Additionally, any photos or videos pertinent to the investigation can be shared anonymously through CrimeStoppers. Police have assured that they provide strict confidentiality for those wishing to remain anonymous.
This violent incident comes just a month after Boston Mayor Michelle Wu appeared on “The Daily Show,” where she stated that Boston is the safest major city in the country.
“We pride ourselves on being a safe city for all residents,” Wu remarked during the appearance.
This story is developing, and further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
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