Chatham-Kent Police are on the hunt for a man who used bear spray during an attempted theft.
Police say the accused was trying to steal a laptop from a Richmond Street business just before 6 yesterday morning.
An employee approached the suspect and bore the brunt of the bear spray.
The man fled the scene, leaving behind a GT bike.
The accused is said to be between 100-150 pounds, has a neck tattoo with cursive writing, and was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt and plaid shorts.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Constable Kyle Bakker at [email protected] or 519-436-6600 extension #87320. Anonymous callers may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477.)
