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NYC shoplifting suspect attacks security guard with syringe, police say
By Emmett Jones
Published March 30, 2022
A New York City shoplifter is on the run after he attempted to stab a pharmacy store security guard following an attempted robbery Saturday morning.
The video shows the man loading a bag of cold food and beverage items from the store's refrigerator. As he tries to exit with the stolen items, he is confronted by a security guard and a physical altercation ensues.
The unidentified man later revealed a hypodermic needle in his possession and attempted to stab the security guard, according to NYPD Crime Stoppers.
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The security guard reportedly injured his hand during the altercation but refused to receive any form of medical attention. The suspect remains at large.
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