Man spits on, punches woman during argument inside Philadelphia market: police
Wanted man spits on, punches woman during argument inside Philadelphia market
Police in Philadelphia are searching for a man captured on surveillance video spitting on and punching a woman during an argument inside a corner store.
PHILADELPHIA - Police in Philadelphia are searching for a man captured on surveillance video spitting on and punching a woman during an argument inside a corner store.
What we know:
Investigators say on the night of April 22, the unknown suspect followed the victim into a market on the 4000 block of Market Street.
Video shows the suspect, dressed in dark clothes and a backwards ball cap, arguing with the victim shortly after entering the store.
As the confrontation continues down a store aisle, police say the suspect is seen spitting on the woman and then charges at her.
Video shows the man punch her several times, knocking her to the ground, before being pulled away by another person.
The woman, according to police, suffered several injuries.
Community members react to the assault
What they're saying:
"Oh no, my God oh I’m so hurt to see it," said Linda Lofton of West Philadelphia. "He has no heart, no heart and everyone has a mother sister where you know what I’m saying or not whatever oh it’s horrible," said Lofton.
Rasheedah of South Philadelphia said, "Why these men gotta attack women there’s other ways to resolve conflict. It’s just so sad to see."
Police say the woman has been connected with victim assistance and advocacy services.
"I’m quite sure she’s traumatized by what happened so hopefully she’ll get the help that she needs," said Rasheedah.
What we don't know:
Investigators have not said what the argument was about.
What you can do:
Police are asking anyone with information about the man to call 215-686-TIPS or Southwest Detectives at 215-686-3183.