Man Assaulted Mother With Meat Tenderizer: Walpole PD

WALPOLE, MA — UPDATE — Walpole Police said Ian Crowley has been captured.

A manhunt is underway for a Walpole man accused of attacking his mother with a meat tenderizer Wednesday night. Police identified the suspect as Ian Crowley, 31.

Around 7 p.m., residents received a reverse 911 call urging people to lock their houses and cars as police searched the area for Crowley, who police said attacked his mother near the 500 block of Common Street. Walpole Police Chief John Carmichael told WHDH news the attack was sparked over an argument Crowley and his mother had over alcohol consumption. Police said Crowley escaped on foot.

Crowley’s mother was taken to a local hospital and is recovering from non life-threatening injuries.

Police are still looking for Crowley and described him as having a slim build. He was wearing a black Fila jumpsuit. Anyone who sees Crowley is urged to call 911 immediately.

Crowley is expected to face an attempted murder charge.