Police Charge 17-Year-Old With Baseball Bat Attack In Chelsea Park
BOSTON (CBS) – Police say a 17-year-old from Chelsea was arrested late Monday night, accused of attacking an off-duty security guard in broad daylight with a baseball bat in a busy park.
The assault happened near the tennis courts and playground at Mary O'Malley Park. Police believe the victim, who is in his 20s, was hit in the head with a bat around 11:30 a.m. on Monday.
Police found the suspected weapon in the nearby river.
"I was completely shocked. This area feels very safe to me," said resident Ana Guigui.
Alliance Security in Everett confirmed the victim works for them patrolling nearby apartments. Witnesses rushed in to help him.
"He was just laying down. We drove in and sat right there. And then, next thing you know, you seen the ranger is walking up." Seven Rhodes.
The victim is at Mass General Hospital in critical condition. Neighbors say the family is heartbroken.
"I know he's not doing very good," said one neighbor. "I spoke to his mom, and we're trying to be there for them, support them and anything that they need."
According to Chelsea Police Chief Brian Kyes, the suspect will be arraigned in Chelsea District Court on Tuesday.
The suspect is charged with aggravated assault and battery with a dangerous weapon and armed assault with intent to murder.
There is still no word on motive.