Crime & Safety

Police Arrest Suspect Accused of Sexual Assault in Boston

Michael J. Purpura, 26, of Westwood, allegedly forced a woman into her apartment before raping her.

Police in Boston have arrested a man wanted in connection to a sexual assault in the area of Fenway’s Queensberry Street.

Michael J. Purpura, 26, of Westwood, was arrested on Sunday. Purpura was charged with aggravated rape, police officials report.

On Tuesday, Sept. 16, Purpura allegedly forced a female victim into her apartment before raping her.

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Purpura will appear in Roxbury District Court for an arraignment on Monday.

Westwood, Medford, and MBTA Police, assisted the Boston Police Department with locating and identifying the suspect of interest.

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