Crime & Safety

Oaklyn P.D. Seeks Leads in CVS Assault

The suspect is believed to reside in the area. Police have no motive for the attack, and the victim was not seriously harmed.

Oaklyn Police are seeking help from the public in identifying a middle-aged man who allegedly assaulted a female victim in the Oaklyn CVS at 8:40 p.m. August 8.

Pharmacy cameras have captured video of the alleged assailant entering the store. He is described as a blond, 6-foot, white male, approximately 40-50 years old, and thinly built. In the security footage, he is shown wearing a green shirt with thin white stripes, tan shorts, and work boots.

The victim did not sustain serious injury. Police have identified no motive for attack; they do believe the suspect resides in the area.  

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If you have information regarding the incident, Oaklyn police ask that you contact them at 856-854-0045, or 856-854-0049 for the Oaklyn Detective Bureau.

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