UPDATE: Saanich Police have confirmed the individual sought has been identified.
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Saanich Police are seeking public assistance to identify a suspect who allegedly committed a random assault earlier this month.
According to Greater Victoria Crime Stoppers the assault took place in the early morning hours of September 15th.
The victim was reportedly walking on Feltham Road towards the Lambrick Park area when a large silver vehicle approached them and a group of their friends.
Police say the victim was then sprayed in the face with pepper spray from the passenger side of the vehicle.
It is unknown if the suspect vehicle was an SUV or a truck, according to Saanich Police.
Anyone who recognizes this suspect can report anonymously by calling 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online.
