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Broward detectives seek woman accused of spraying North Lauderdale clerk
A woman allegedly pepper-sprayed a convenience store clerk during a dispute over a receipt at a North Lauderdale store on Oct. 2. Detectives say the suspect has a tattoo covering her right forearm and are asking the public for tips.
Broward Sheriff’s Office detectives are seeking a woman accused of pepper-spraying a convenience store clerk during a receipt dispute in North Lauderdale.
The incident occurred around 6:45 p.m. Oct. 2 at the Kwik Stop, 7120 Kimberly Blvd., according to investigators. The disagreement began over a receipt, detectives said.
Investigators say surveillance video shows the woman reaching through an opening in the glass-enclosed checkout area, which is reserved for employees, and spraying the clerk in the face at close range. The suspect is described as having a tattoo covering her right forearm.
Anyone with information can contact BSO North Lauderdale Detective Jacob Pincus at 954-597-4779 or submit a tip through the SaferWatch app. Anonymous tips can also be made to Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS (8477), at browardcrimestoppers.org or by dialing **TIPS (8477) from any cellphone in the United States.