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Brantford police seeking suspect in theft, assault at retail store

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The Brantford Police Service is seeking information that will help in identifying a suspect believed to be responsible for a retail theft and assault of an employee last Thursday.

Police say that on Thursday around 2:45 p.m. an employee observed a male suspect allegedly stealing several items from a retail store at King George Rd. and Powerline Rd.

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When the employee confronted the suspect, a physical altercation occurred that resulted in the employee sustaining minor physical injuries and a vehicle in the parking lot being damaged.

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The suspect is described as a white male standing around six-feet, with a slim, athletic build and many tattoos. He was seen fleeing the scene in a black, newer model, sport utility vehicle.

Anyone who may have information to help identify the suspect is asked to contact Const. Lucinda Bignell at 519-756-7050 ext 2824.

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