Video Shared Online Leads to Charges Against Two Plymouth Men Accused of Attacking Vulnerable Woman
Plymouth MA-Two Plymouth men are facing criminal charges after police say they targeted and assaulted a local woman who suffers from a serious mental illness, an incident that was recorded on video and later shared on social media.
The case has sparked outrage across the community and renewed concerns about how vulnerable residents are treated.
According to Plymouth Police, the investigation began after a concerned resident contacted officers and provided video footage showing an assault involving 49-year-old Dominique Pina, a Plymouth woman who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia and is well known to local outreach organizations.
Police identified the suspects as Joshua Wallace, 20, and Matthew Miller, 20, both of Plymouth. Authorities say the pair were charged with assault and battery on a disabled person and disorderly conduct. The men were scheduled to be arraigned in Plymouth District Court on June 2. Reports indicate the charges stem from an incident in which Pina was allegedly mocked, harassed, and physically assaulted.
The video reportedly circulated in local social media groups, including the popular Plymouth community Facebook group “All Things Plymouth,” where residents expressed anger and disappointment after learning of the alleged attack. Community members called for accountability and support for vulnerable individuals living in town.
Local service providers, including the organization Father Bill’s & MainSpring, assisted police in identifying and locating the victim after the footage surfaced. Advocates said Pina has faced significant challenges related to mental illness and housing instability.
Plymouth Police thanked the resident who came forward with the video, noting that without the footage the incident may never have been reported. Investigators continue to review evidence related to the case.
The charges against Wallace and Miller are allegations, and both men are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
