Crime Stoppers of York Region is appealing for the public's assistance in identifying the man who spit on the hood of a vehicle in a Newmarket grocery store parking lot, then got into a physical altercation with victim inside the store last January.
The man, who was captured on video surveillance at about 7 p.m. in the Jan. 14 incident, walked in the front of the victim's vehicle that was parked in front of the Real Canadian Superstore at 18120 Yonge St. and spat on the hood, according to Crime Stoppers' March 22 Crime of the Week report.
The victim confronted the suspect inside the store, which resulted in a physical fight between the two men. The victim disengaged from the fight and exited the store, however, the suspect pursued and "sucker-punched" him, knocking the victim unconscious.
The suspect is described as a white male, aged 25 to 30, medium build, with short dark hair, who was wearing a black winter coat, brown hoodie and dark pants.
If you know the suspect or have any knowledge of this or any other crime, but wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave an anonymous tip online at www.1800222tips.com.
If the information you provide helps solve a crime, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000. You never have to identify yourself or testify in court.
