Shopper Refuses To Fix Mask, Assaults Worker At Arundel Mills

HANOVER, MD — A shopper assaulted an employee at Arundel Mills mall on Monday, police said. The write-up noted that the incident happened around 4:20 p.m. at an apparel store called "Last Stop."

Officers reported that a female worker asked the man to cover his face and nose with his mask. The man refused and instead lifted his shirt, flashing the handle of a black handgun, police added. The report said another female worker asked the suspect to adjust his mask, but he shoved her to the ground.

The accused man then left the store. Officers could not find him.

The Anne Arundel County Police Department asked anybody with information to call (410) 222-2400. Tipsters may remain anonymous by calling (410) 222-4700.

This encounter came two months after officers investigated a mask-related assault at the Edgewater Cold Stone. To catch up on that incident, read Patch's most recent update.

Face coverings are required in all public places in Maryland to limit the spread of coronavirus.

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