Suspect accused of assault with a shopping basket in Roxbury sought by police

BOSTON — Authorities are asking the public for help identifying a suspect who allegedly beat a victim with a shopping basket on Saturday.

Boston Police say around 1 p.m. they received a call for an assault and battery with a dangerous weapon in the area of the New Family Supermarket on Humboldt Avenue in Roxbury.

The suspect, described as a man wearing a blue Polo hooded sweatshirt, used a shopping basket as a weapon, according to officials.

Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact District B-2 Detectives at (617) 343-4275.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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