Matt Flowers

@CP_MFlowers

HAINESPORT - Police need the public's help in identifying a man who attacked and carjacked an elderly woman.

The incident occurred at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 11 in the parking lot of a ShopRite supermarket when a male suspect had a physical confrontation with the 82-year-old woman, police say.

According to police, the victim's 48-year-old daughter left her mother in her car with the keys while she went into the store. During that time, the suspect approached the silver 2015 Toyota Rav 4, opened the passenger door, slapped the woman in the face, and physically pulled her out of the car before driving away.

The suspect is described as a black man, 5-feet-8, 170 pounds, long braided hair, and wearing a white Phillies baseball jersey, white pants, and red shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact NJSP Bordentown Station at (609) 298-1171. Anonymous tips are welcome.