Police: Help Find Shoplifting, Assault Suspect

Prince William County Police has released footage of the suspect in a Monday shoplifting incident that also involved the assault of a store employee who was trying to stop the subject.

An loss prevention employee told police that the suspect entered the store prior to 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 8. The man allegedly took a pair of shoes and attempted to leave the store without paying, according to police.

As an employee tried to detain the suspect, the man assaulted the employee and fled in a vehicle. No injuries were reported.

Police describe the suspect as a black male, between 20 and 30 years of age with a medium build, medium complexion and tattoos on his chest and neck. He was last seen wearing a black jacket, black shirt, black pants and a black cap with white stripes

Anyone with information relating to this case can call Crime Solvers at 703-670-3700 or 1-866-411-TIPS. You don’t have to give your name, just the information. You could earn up to a $1,000 cash reward.