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Published on January 15, 2025
Detroit Police Seek Suspect "Cheryl" for Alleged Box Cutter Attack on Family Dollar EmployeeSource: Google Street View

Detroit police are on the lookout for a woman only identified as "Cheryl," who is wanted for a box cutter attack on a dollar store employee. The incident, which occurred on the east side of Detroit at a Family Dollar on Harper near Chalmers, took place shortly before 5:30 p.m. on December 27, 2024. According to WWJ Newsradio, the suspect attempted to leave the store with unpaid items and when confronted by the employee, she responded by pulling out a box cutter and assaulting the 32-year-old woman.

The employee who faced the violent lash of a box cutter was treated for her injuries right at the scene of the crime. Details about what items were stolen or their value have not been disclosed by the police officials. Following the incident, Detroit police disseminated a photo of the suspect, encouraging anyone with knowledge about the alleged assault or the identity of "Cheryl" to come forward and assist in the investigation. Tips can be relayed to the Detroit Police Department’s 9th Precinct at 313-596-5940 or through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP, as indicated by the report from WWJ Newsradio.

DetroitRewards.tv, has also published information on the assault, adding that the crime carries a case number 2412270239. They have further incentivized the quest for justice by offering a reward of $1,000 for tips that lead to the successful identification and conviction of the perpetrator. The suspect, after the altercation with the store employee, was seen fleeing the location on foot.