Everett Theft/Assault Suspects Wanted: Police

EVERETT, WA - Everett police are actively searching for two people suspected of shoplifting from Grocery Outlet and then slashing an employee with a box cutter during their escape.

The theft and assault reportedly occurred at 710 S.E. Everett Mall Way just before 8 p.m. Dec. 23. According to Everett police, the two suspects — a man and woman — went into the grocer and stole roughly $20 in merchandise. As the suspects fled, a Grocery Outlet employee chased them down and demanded they stop.

Outside the store the male suspect threatened the employee before slashing him across the abdomen with a box cutter. The suspect then jumped into a car driven by his female accomplice and fled.

Anyone who recognizes the suspects or has additional information that could assist this investigation is encouraged to contact the Everett Police Department at 425-257-8450 or Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound at 800-222-TIPS.

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