Police: Woman Allegedly Shoved Toddler in Public Garden

Boston, MA - Police are asking for the public's help tracking down a woman who allegedly injured a toddler near the Public Garden's famous Make Way for Ducklings statue.

According to the Boston Police Department, parents said the woman pictured above swore at their two-year-old daughter and pushed her to the ground while the toddler was playing near the iconic statue. The incident caused what police describe as a minor abrasion to the girl's ankle.

The incident occurring about 4:48 p.m. on Sun., April 17. Although it happened more than a month ago, police said the parents are pushing for action.

"The Boston Police Department continues to actively review the facts and circumstances surrounding this incident," a police press release said.

Anyone with information relative to the suspect’s identity is asked to call District A-1 (Downtown) detectives at (617) 343-4248. Community members wishing to assist this investigation anonymously can do so by calling the CrimeStoppers Tip Line at 1(800) 494-TIPS or by texting the word ‘TIP’ to CRIME (27463). The Boston Police Department will stringently guard and protect the identities of those who wish to help this investigation anonymously.