‘Violent assault’ has Anishinabek Police looking for victim and suspects
Anishinabek Police continue to search for a victim and two suspects after what they say was a violent assault last week in Garden Village, Nipissing First Nation.
On Saturday, police said the forensic investigation confirms the victim may have suffered life-threatening injuries and would have required medical attention.
They say the incident is believed to have happened between 11 p.m. on Thursday and 1 a.m. on Friday morning.
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Investigators found evidence at two residences, one on Semo Road and another on Juniper Crescent, with a heightened police presence over the weekend.
The male victim is described as:
– Black
– 18-23 years old with shoulder-length black dreadlocks and a light patch of hair on his chin.
– Approx. 6’ tall with a slim build
– Dressed in all black (black hoodie, black sweatpants, black shoes)
Suspect #1
– Possibly Caucasian
– Wearing a beige, hooded, bomber-style jacket and a toque
Suspect #2
– No description at this time
Police continue to ask anyone who may have seen anything unusual or suspicious, including persons, vehicles, or activity, in the vicinity of Juniper Crescent and Semo Rd., or who has dash camera video or home surveillance video who has not already spoken to police to call 1-888-310-
1122.
Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or online at crimestoppers.ca.
Richard Coffinhttps://www.mynorthbaynow.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.
