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Man sought after alleged airhorn assault in Newmarket

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York Regional Police are asking the public for help finding a suspect following an alleged assault with a weapon — in this case, an airhorn — in Newmarket.

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Cops say on Wednesday around 9:30 a.m., the victim was riding her bike on a trail in the area of Timothy and Prospect Sts. and as she was passing the suspect, he allegedly pointed an airhorn near her ear and discharged it.

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Police say the victim sought medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.

Investigators are aware that many pedestrians were present in the park at the time of the incident and anyone who witnessed the incident or has relevant information is urged to come forward.

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The suspect is described as a white male, about 40 years old, standing 6-foot-2 with brown and grey hair and a medium build.

He was last seen wearing a green hat, a black tshirt with a motorcycle logo, grey shorts and black shoes.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7141, or Crime stoppers by calling 1- 800-222-TIPS or at 1800222tips.com.

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