Downtown assault has police looking for suspect

The North Bay Police Service is looking to the public for help in identifying a suspect after an assault downtown.
Police say just before 4 pm on Monday, officers were called to the TD Bank parking lot on Main Street East after a victim suffered serious injuries, believed to be from a strike to the back of the head with a weapon.
The victim was then taken to hospital.
Investigators are asking anyone with dash cam or CCTV footage from the area around the time of the incident to contact the NBPS non-emergency line at 705-472-1234.
For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at nearnorthcrimestoppers.com.

Richard Coffin has been a reporter and news anchor on the radio in North Bay for over 25 years. From premiers to people in the neighbourhood, he enjoys connecting with newsmakers and writing stories that matter to area listeners on a variety of topics including healthcare, education, politics, sports and more.