Police seek suspect who pepper-sprayed man at Center City rally

Police seek suspect who pepper-sprayed man at Center City rally
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PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — Philadelphia police are searching for a man who pepper-sprayed a 22-year-old at a rally last month.

It happened around 2 p.m. on Jan. 10 during a Rally for Venezuela event at Eighth and Market streets.

Investigators released pictures and a video of the suspect: a white man, believed to be in his 30s, dressed in a red hooded jacket. He was carrying a flag and wearing unique red and black sneakers.

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They said he blocked the victim’s path, and that’s when the assault occurred. The suspect also sustained injuries from the pepper spray.

Anyone with information about the suspect can submit a tip anonymously online, or call or text 215-686-8477.

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