DEER PARK, NY — Suffolk County police are seeking the public's help identifying a man accused of assaulting a 76-year-old man in a Deer Park parking lot in August.
The assault happened in the parking lot of White Castle, located at 1690 Deer Park Ave., on Aug. 26 around 11:47 a.m., police said.
A 911 caller reported that the elderly man had been assaulted by another man, according to police.
The victim transported himself to South Shore University Hospital in Bay Shore, where he was treated for minor injuries, police said.
Suffolk County Crime Stoppers released updated photos of the man sought in connection with the assault Tuesday.
Man, 76, Attacked In Deer Park White Castle Parking Lot: Police
Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Suffolk County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-220-TIPS, through the P3 Tips mobile app or online at P3Tips.com. All tips will be kept confidential.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Deer Park Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.