WESTFIELD–The Westfield Police Department is seeking assistance in finding a male who had reportedly pushed an elderly woman, which resulted in her being transported to the hospital.
Westfield Police are seeking information on the male, who was described as possibly in his 60s with a thin build and gray hair, drives a gray or brown vehicle and reportedly collects cans. Police reported that the victim also noted that he had spoken Russian to her.
The woman went to the police department and reported the incident on Oct. 31, shortly before 8:30 a.m., which was said to have occurred around 6 a.m. on Crane Avenue and Leonard Avenue.
According to Westfield Police Capt. Michael McCabe, the elderly woman was reportedly pushed twice, both times after attempting to talk to the man. It was reported that she fell to the ground after the second push and reportedly sustained a “3 inch gash on her forehead,” according to the police log. She was transported to Baystate Noble Hospital via Westfield Fire ambulance and personnel.
If you have any information, you can contact the Westfield Police Department at (413)562-5411.
