Police Arrest Knife-Wielding Suspect After Forest Hills Bus Station Struggle

One person was taken into custody and six people went to hospitals after an incident at the Forest Hills MBTA busway. Boston EMS confirmed the injuries and Transport Police reported the arrest.

What happened

Transit police responded at about 11:15 a.m. on March 20, 2026. Officers were sent to the Forest Hills bus station for reports of a man with a knife.

Transit Police Chief Richard Sullivan said the suspect threatened people and tried to stab bus tires. Officers located the man and a physical struggle followed.

Officer discharge and injuries

During the struggle, an officer’s weapon discharged, officials said. No one was struck by the round.

The initial officer suffered a knee injury and was taken to hospital. A second officer was also transported. In total, six people ended up at hospitals.

Arrest and investigation

Transit police arrested the knife-wielding suspect after the struggle. Authorities are investigating how the firearm discharged.

Chief Sullivan and Boston EMS are cooperating with the inquiry. Further details remain limited as the probe continues.

Transit impacts

MBTA operations at Forest Hills were altered during the response. The Upper Busway closed temporarily due to police activity.

The MBTA advised riders to board buses in the lower busway. The Orange Line continued to run as usual.

Follow-up

The situation is developing. Filmogaz.com will provide updates as authorities release more information.