Shoplifter slugs worker at Western Beef on Staten Island

Shoplifter slugs worker at Western Beef on Staten Island
Shoplifter accused of punching a worker at Western Beef on Staten Island on Oct. 1. Photo credit NYPD

NEW YORK (1010 WINS) — Police on Wednesday released photos of a woman accused of punching an employee at a Western Beef on Staten Island last month.

It happened at approximately 10:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 1, authorities said.

According to officials, the suspect entered the supermarket located at 2040 Forest Ave. in Graniteville and removed multiple items from the shelves.

When exiting, the suspect repeatedly punched a 25-year-old store employee in the face, the NYPD said.

Shoplifter accused of punching a worker at Western Beef on Staten Island on Oct. 1.
Shoplifter accused of punching a worker at Western Beef on Staten Island on Oct. 1. Photo credit NYPD

The suspect fled the location, traveling eastbound on foot on Forest Avenue to parts unknown.

The victim sustained minor injuries but refused medical attention.

Anyone with information in regard to this incident is asked to call the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477).

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