Overview
- Police identified the suspect as Garlen Suffrin, 19, of Dracut, who was arraigned in Newburyport District Court and ordered held without bail.
- Officers said a 911 caller reported an attempted theft on Rubbly Road in Wenham around 2:15 p.m. Wednesday near a youth soccer field.
- In court, prosecutors said the driver tried to stop the theft, was punched in the face twice, and the moving car then struck a large boulder.
- Police reported finding the suspect and the stolen car a short distance away before taking him into custody without incident.
- He is charged with carjacking, assault and battery, and leaving the scene of personal injury and property damage, with more case details expected in upcoming court filings.