Crime

The incident happened earlier this month.

The suspect. MBTA Transit Police

Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man who kicked a window on an Orange Line train and allegedly assaulted a woman. 

MBTA Transit Police shared a video Wednesday on X showing the individual kicking the train window at Jackson Square. 

The suspect reportedly caused alarm among passengers with “anti-social, violent behavior” around 5 p.m. on May 8.

He also allegedly carried out an “unprovoked” assault on a woman before fleeing the scene, police said. 

Anyone with information regarding the incident or person involved is encouraged to contact the Criminal Investigations Unit at 617-222-1050.

ID sought: 5/8 5PM OL train Jackson Sq. SP frightens passengers w/anti social violent behavior. Kicks train window out/unprovoked assaults female& scurries away. Recognize him? Pls contact our CIU at 617-222-1050 w/any info. U can remain anonymous. TY pic.twitter.com/3rOFUUsRPC

— MBTA Transit Police (@MBTATransitPD) May 20, 2026

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