Incident Overview
Miami Gardens Police are searching for the man who was caught on video punching a 67-year-old supermarket employee in the face.
It happened just before 9 p.m. on March 15 outside Price Choice, a supermarket off of Northwest 27th Avenue and Miami Gardens Drive.
The Victim’s Account
The victim, Carlton Samuel, told NBC6 he accidentally pushed a shopping cart into someone, and then that person punched him.
" Yeah, I was putting the carts and then he come and give me one lick and run off," Samuel said.
Suspect Description
The suspect was wearing dark sunglasses, a light gray hoodie jacket, blue jeans and black sneakers, police said.
Video shows the punch that knocked Samuel over, as shopping carts came down on top of him. A person with shopping bags runs around the victim and appears to knock on the automatic doors for help.
Investigation and Previous Encounters
Samuel said the person who punched him has been to the supermarket before.
Anyone with information should call the Miami Gardens Police Department.
Conclusion
The incident has raised concerns about safety and violence in public places, particularly against elderly individuals. The Miami Gardens Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward to help identify the suspect and bring them to justice.
FAQs
Q: What happened to the 67-year-old supermarket employee?
A: The employee, Carlton Samuel, was punched in the face by a man outside the supermarket after accidentally pushing a shopping cart into him.
Q: What is the description of the suspect?
A: The suspect was wearing dark sunglasses, a light gray hoodie jacket, blue jeans, and black sneakers.
Q: How can I report information about the incident?
A: Anyone with information should call the Miami Gardens Police Department.
Q: Is the suspect known to the supermarket?
A: According to the victim, the person who punched him has been to the supermarket before.
