Police are seeking a Florida man who is accused of shooting his former girlfriend Saturday outside a Wal-Mart in Snellville.

Darrell Costallo Hale of Gainesville, Fla., allegedly shot the victim twice in the parking lot of the store at 1905 Scenic Highway, according to the Snellville police bulletin. He is wanted for aggravated assault and may still be armed.

The suspect was last seen wearing a white hat, dark jacket, light colored shirt, dark jeans, white shoes, and carrying a dark satchel. There is no vehicle information.

The victim was treated at a local hospital. She worked at one of the stores inside the Wal-Mart, police said.

Anyone with information can call (770) 985-3568, or email calford@snellville.org.

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