April 2, 2015
Detectives need the public’s assistance in identifying the
man, in the below photo, believed to be the suspect in an aggravated assault
that occurred this week.
At approximately 8:13 p.m. Tuesday night, officers were
called to the 1500 block of East Main Street for the report of an aggravated
assault.
A female reported she was walking eastbound on East Main
Street when a male grabbed her and threatened her with a knife. She was cut on
the arm as she broke away from the suspect. The suspect fled on foot across
East Main Street southbound towards the river.
The victim received treatment at a local hospital for
injuries that were not considered life threatening.
The suspect is described as a black male, early 20’s, light
complexion, 5’9 to 5’10” in height, an athletic build with short, black curly
hair. He was wearing white trousers and a dark-colored shirt.
Major Crimes detectives are investigating.
Detectives ask anyone with any information about these
suspects to call Major Crimes Detective David Cuffley at (804) 646-6795. Citizens
can also call Crime Stoppers at 780-1000 or text Crime Stoppers at
274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip. Both Crime Stoppers
methods are anonymous.
