Detroit Police are searching for a pair of suspects who shoplifted from a store, and assaulted employees who tried to stop them.
It happened on Wednesday, Dec. 2, at a beauty supply store in the 18000 block of W. McNichols Rd., near the Southfield Fwy., on the city's west side.
According to investigators, two female suspects walked in at around 5 p.m., and began taking packs of hair and clothing from the aisle. When the suspects tried to leave without paying, three store employees tried unsuccessfully to stop them.
As seen in surveillance video released by police, the employees followed the suspects to the parking lot where one of the suspects produced a can and sprayed the victims.
It's unclear if it was pepper spray, or exactly what as in the can.
After the incident, the suspects got into an orange, four-door sedan and drove away.
Suspect number one is described as a Black female, early 20s, with a light complexion, slim build and dark black hair in a ponytail style. She was last seen wearing blue jeans and a black jacket with a white t-shirt.
Suspect town is described as a Black female, early 20s, with dark complexion, a heavy set build and black hair. She was last seen wearing a black Nike hoodie, and black jogging pants.
Police said they are wanted on charges of larceny and aggravated assault.
Anyone who can identify the suspects or who has information about this crime should call the Detroit Police Department’s Eight Precinct Investigative Unit at 313-596- 5840 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak Up (1-800-773-2587). As always, those calling Crime Stoppers will remain 100% anonymous.
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