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Toronto Police are looking to identify a man who allegedly punched a Toys “R” Us cashier before taking off with a Nintendo Switch console in the Parkwoods area of the city.

Investigators said a man entered the store — located in the Victoria Park and Lawrence Aves. Area — before 3:50 p.m. Monday and inquired about buying the video gaming console. While speaking with the cashier, he attempted to take the Switch and run out of the store, but the cashier tried to stop him.

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“He punched her, knocking her to the ground,” according to police.

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She suffered minor injuries.

The suspect was last seen running in the parking lot, possibly towards a bus stop.

He is described as 25 to 35 years old, 6-feet, with a skinny build, wearing a black jacket with a poppy, black pants, black Adidas shoes and a black toque. He’s wanted for theft under $5,000 and assault.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-3300 or Crime Stoppers 416-222-TIPS.

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