Cambridge Police Arrest 2 After Galleria Mall Close Call

CAMBRIDGE, MA — Police arrested two people they say nearly struck an officer with a car near the Galleria Mall early Wednesday evening after they allegedly stole some clothing and were attempting a getaway. Police said the driver sped off after the close call, and the occupation then took off on foot.

There was a heavy police presence in the area, including a State Police helicopter as they searched for the two around 5: 29 p.m.

Police said Tiara Hunter, 23, of Dorchester, and Dominic Walker, 23, of Roxbury, will be charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon (the car) and are expected to be arraigned Thursday morning in Cambridge District Court.

Hunter allegedly took merchandise valued under $1,200 from a clothing store in the Galleria. Detail officers in the mall attempted to stop them, but she and Walker allegedly ran from the area, entered a parked white KIA operated by Walker and then attempted to drive in the direction of a responding officer. The vehicle’s driver side mirror "made contact" with the officer’s arm.

The vehicle then sped onto First Street and then Hurley Street.

The car was left near Webster Avenue and within minutes Hunter was taken into custody on Bristol Street. Walker was later taken into custody at Webster Avenue after hopping over several fences and backyards.

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