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Man wanted in assault on woman at east side Detroit business [VIDEO]

(WWJ) Investigators are asking for help from the public to identify a man wanted on a charge of aggravated assault.

The suspect was caught on video on Wednesday, October 14, at a business in the 8200 block of E. Jefferson Ave. on Detroit's east side.


At around 2:45 p.m., police say two female employees, ages 59 and 21, were busy cleaning when the man walked in, approached the older woman and struck her in the face -- causing a deep laceration.

The victim was taken to a local hospital were she listed in stable condition.

No other injuries were reported.

The suspect, who fled on foot after the attack, was described as a Black male. He was last seen wearing a dark colored hoodie and a sweatshirt underneath, with blue jean pants, and white framed sunglasses.

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Police on Thursday released security video and a still image of the man, in hope that someone in the public will recognize him.

Anyone who knows this suspect or who has any information that could help police with this case is asked to call the Detroit Police Department's Seventh Precinct Investigative Unit at 313-596-5740. To remain anonymous, call the Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-800-SPEAK UP (1-800-773-2587). As cash reward of up to $1,000 may be available if your tip leads to an arrest.