NAHANT, Mass. — Police are asking the public to remain vigilant after a woman told officers she was attacked by a knife-wielding suspect on Tuesday night.
The reported assault happened near the DCR Halfway Bathhouse on Nahant Beach around 9 p.m., police said.
Investigators determined a woman had been dragged into the bushes by a man armed with a knife.
The victim suffered non-life-threatening lacerations, according to police. She was able to escape.
The incident remains under investigation by Nahant Police and State Police.
A description of the suspect was not provided.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts.
Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
©2025 Cox Media Group
/cloudfront-us-east-1.images.arcpublishing.com/cmg/7QOJU3BNCJERBNKJC5LWTBYFLU.png)
