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Red Deer RCMP look for public assistance to identify theft suspect

Jan 30, 2018 | 8:02 AM

RED DEER – RCMP are looking for public assistance to identify a man who assaulted a staff member when she attempted to stop him from shoplifting on December 4.

The incident occurred at the IGA grocery store in Eastview shortly after 9 p.m. The suspect was reported to have left the store with packages of meat hidden in his clothing.

When a staff member attempted to stop him, the suspect pushed her and fled, resulting in a brief struggle in which the staff member suffered a broken finger.

RCMP have obtained surveillance images of the suspect and continue to work to identify him.

The suspect is described as:

        Caucasian
        21-25-years-old
        5’11” to 6’0″
        Skinny build
        Blonde hair, no facial hair

He was wearing a navy blue zip-up Adidas coat with white stripes on the sleeves, a hoodie underneath, dark pants, white sneakers, and a black toque with large white lettering that appears to say “Molson Canadian.”

If you recognize this suspect or have information about this investigation, contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-343-5575. If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or report it online at www.tipsubmit.com

(Gary McKinnon)