Transit Police seek man for alleged lewd act on train platform

MBTA Transit Police are searching for a man who received oral sex on the platform of an Orange Line station, officials said.

The alleged incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. last Friday at State Street Station, Transit Police said in a statement.

Although there were about 20 people on the platform at that time, the majority did not witness the act, Transit Police spokesman Lieutenant Richard Sullivan said. One person took a photograph and sent it to police via social media.

Sullivan said it was the first time he had heard of such an incident.

"It's crazy. This is not a common occurrence," he said. "The MBTA is a very safe service."

MBTA Transit Police are searching for a man who allegedly received oral sex on an Orange Line platform.MBTA Transit Police

If found, the man will be charged with open and gross lewdness. He could face up to three years in state prison and a $300 fine, Sullivan said.

Transit Police asked anyone with information on the man to call 617-222-1170. To remain anonymous, text the tip to 873873 or use the anonymous feature on the Transit Police's SeeSay app.