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Cambridge Police Identify Suspect Following Morning Assault Last Tuesday

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The Cambridge Police Department today announced they have identified the suspect wanted in conjunction with an assault that occurred last Tuesday, July 9 in the area of Harvard Street and Prospect Street. Warrants were secured by the Cambridge Police Department out of Cambridge District Court for the arrest of a 34-year-old Somerville resident on multiple charges, including Attempting to Commit a Crime, Assault and Battery, Kidnapping and Assault to Commit a Felony. He is currently undergoing a medical evaluation after being admitted to a local hospital. Due to these circumstances, his identity and the name of the hospital are not being disclosed at this time.

During the course of the investigation, members of the Cambridge, Arlington and Somerville communities shared several tips about this case with the Cambridge Police Department. These tips were instrumental in assisting Detectives identify and develop probable cause to charge the suspect. The Cambridge Police Department also received assistance from the Somerville, Arlington, Harvard University, and MIT Police Departments on this case.

A court date for the suspect has not been determined at this time.

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