Crime & Safety

Masked Man Pulls Down Hingham Teen's Pants: Police

Police say the man assaulted the girl from behind and pulled her pants down.

HINGHAM, MA – A girl was assaulted while on North Street Wednesday night, police said.

At about 9 p.m., the victim was walking near 16 North St. when a man approached her from behind and pulled her pants down to her knees, according to the Hingham Police Department. The girl began screaming and kicking at the man before the suspect ran away. The girl ran into a nearby business and reported the incident, polices said.

The man, who never spoke, was described as very skinny, approximately 5’5”, wearing tight black pants, a black sweatshirt and a black mask over his face.

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This incident is under investigation. If you have any information about this incident or saw anyone in this area, you can contact the Hingham Police Department at 781-741-1443.

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