Guelph security guard assaulted at downtown bar: police

Guelph police say a security guard is recovering after she was assaulted at a downtown bar early Sunday morning.

According to a police news release, the security guard was working the door at an establishment just before 1 a.m. when she dropped money on the ground.

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Police said a man picked up the money and refused to give it back, which led to a confrontation with the woman.

The man left the bar, while the security guard received medical attention for bruising and swelling.

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Police are trying to track down the man and anyone with information is asked to call police at 519-824-1212 ext. 7537.

Anonymous tips can be left with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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