Police search for suspect in domestic assault

CALGARY – Police are asking for the public’s help in tracking down 27 year old Justin Malcolm Sutherland.

Sutherland is wanted in connection to a domestic-related assault that happened Saturday, August 16, 2014.

Police say the female victim was punched with closed fists, which caused extensive swelling and bruising.

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Sutherland is 5’11” and 200 pounds. He has brown eyes and black hair, as well as tattoos of firearms on both of his upper arms.

Warrants for his arrest include two counts of aggravated assault, theft of motor vehicle, failing to appear and possession of a weapon dangerous to the public.

Police say because of Sutherland’s alleged violent history, he should not be approached by members of the public.

Anyone with information is asked to call police or Crime Stoppers.