Boston Woman Accused of Running Over Ex-Boyfriend's New Girlfriend

Alleged incident occurred minutes after Valentine's Day in Newton, Massachusetts

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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A 37-year-old Boston woman named Rosa Sanchez has been charged with attempted murder and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon after allegedly running over her ex-boyfriend's new girlfriend, 23-year-old Esneiry Pimentel-Lugo, with her car in Newton, Massachusetts. The incident occurred just after midnight on February 15th, shortly after Valentine's Day, and followed a confrontation between the two women.

Why it matters

The alleged attack highlights the potential for violence stemming from romantic disputes and love triangles. It also raises concerns about road rage and the use of vehicles as weapons. The incident occurred in Newton, a suburb of Boston known for its relative safety, underscoring how domestic disputes can spill out into public spaces and endanger bystanders.

The details

According to police reports, Sanchez and Pimentel-Lugo got into a fight on Lagrange Street around 12:17 AM on February 15th. The women gave conflicting accounts, with Sanchez claiming Pimentel-Lugo chased and attacked her, while Pimentel-Lugo said she confronted Sanchez, who was parked near her boyfriend's house. Pimentel-Lugo allegedly hit Sanchez with a baseball bat, and Sanchez then drove onto the shoulder and ran over Pimentel-Lugo. Neighbors filmed part of the altercation, which showed Sanchez's vehicle striking Pimentel-Lugo.

  • The incident occurred just after midnight on February 15th, shortly after Valentine's Day.
  • Sanchez and Pimentel-Lugo were arraigned in Newton District Court on February 17th.

The players

Rosa Sanchez

A 37-year-old woman from Mattapan, Boston who has been charged with attempted murder and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.

Esneiry Pimentel-Lugo

A 23-year-old woman who was allegedly run over by Sanchez and has been charged with assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.

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What’s next

Both Sanchez and Pimentel-Lugo were released on personal recognizance following their arraignments and have a pre-trial court date set for March 23rd.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the potential for violence stemming from romantic disputes and the need for better conflict resolution strategies, as well as the dangers of using vehicles as weapons, even in relatively safe suburban neighborhoods like Newton.