Police are searching for a male suspect after he allegedly stole a number of cellphones and a tablet from a business on Dunlop Street East in Barrie early Friday evening.
Just before 5:50 p.m., a man entered the store under the guise of potentially purchasing a mobile phone, police say.
As the store clerk came to assist the man, police say, the suspect punched and kicked the clerk, making his way around the counter.
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The suspect then stole a number of cellphones and a tablet before calmly walking out of the store, police add.
He was last seen eastbound on Dunlop Street, carrying a white plastic bag with the stolen items, officers say.
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Shortly after 6 p.m., officers found the clothing worn by the suspect in a parking lot at Collier Street and Owen Street, police say.
The suspect is described to be between 5′ 10″ and 5′ 11″, 25 years old, wearing a green hoodie and black baggy pants, police add.
Anyone with information can contact the Barrie Police Investigative Services at 705-725-7025, ext. 2549, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
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