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Medford Teen Accused of Striking Tow Workers With Car Held on $5,000 Bail

Prosecutors say surveillance showed him repeatedly trying to access the Charlestown lot before the crash.

Overview

  • He appeared in Somerville District Court on Friday, where a not guilty plea was entered and a judge set $5,000 cash bail.
  • He was ordered to stay away from the two victims and the City Side Towing facility and is due back in court in December.
  • State Police say the incident occurred after the tow company refused to release his impounded vehicle, and two employees in their 50s were injured.
  • Medford police located his unoccupied car shortly after the collision, and troopers later found and arrested him.
  • Diogo Silva, 19, faces charges including assault and battery with a deadly weapon causing serious injury, negligent operation, and leaving the scene of personal injury.