NEW YORK (1010 WINS) – A man attacked a deli employee with a "wet floor" sign in Chinatown this week, police said Friday as they released video of the attack.
The man and the worker got into an argument at the deli on Canal Street, near Orchard Street, around 2:15 a.m. Sunday, police said.
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The customer was angry that the store's lotto machine was shut down, according to the Daily News.
The dispute escalated and the man picked up a yellow "wet floor" sign and struck the worker over the head, video shows.
The worker suffered pain and swelling to his head and hand.
The suspect fled eastbound on Canal Street in a black BMW, police said.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.
🚨WANTED for ASSAULT: On 1/24, 2:15 AM, the individual engaged in a dispute with the victim inside of 52 Canal St in Manhattan. The dispute escalated, at which point the individual picked up a large sign and assaulted the victim. Any info? Call or DM @NYPDTips at 800-577-TIPS. pic.twitter.com/T5AlOyiuwW
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