Members of the Airdrie RCMP detachment are attempting to identify a man who allegedly attempted to steal items from a store in CrossIron Mills and assaulted a security officer after his efforts were thwarted..

According to RCMP, the suspect entered the Saks Fifth Avenue store and attempted to steal more than $500 worth of merchandise. Loss prevention officers confronted the man, prompting the suspect to drop the items and leave the store.

Outside the business, the suspect allegedly assaulted a security officer who had pursued the man. The loss prevention officer suffered minor injuries in the attack.

RCMP have released a surveillance camera still of the suspect who is described as:

A Caucasian male

Approximately 188 cm (6’2”) tall

Having a dark goatee

Wearing a dark blue Puma Cap

Possibly bald

Anyone that can identify the suspect or who witness the crime is asked to contact the Airdrie RCMP detachment, 403-945-7200, or Crime Stoppers.