Summary
Six people went to the hospital after an incident at Boston’s Forest Hills MBTA station. Police confronted a man with a knife, leading to a struggle and the accidental discharge of a gun. The suspect was arrested, and the investigation is ongoing.
Key Facts
- Six people were taken to hospitals following the incident at Forest Hills MBTA station.
- A man armed with a large butcher knife threatened people and tried to slash a bus’s tires.
- MBTA Transit Police officers confronted the suspect, resulting in a struggle.
- During the struggle, the suspect tried to grab an officer’s weapon, causing it to discharge without hitting anyone.
- The suspect was taken into custody, and no other suspects are being sought.
- Two transit police officers were injured, one with a knee injury and the other with minor injuries.
- The upper busway at the station was temporarily closed for investigation, but Orange Line service was unaffected.
