Atlanta police are searching for a man accused of grabbing and punching a 10-year-old in the chest at a Whole Foods Market grocery store.

After the assault, the suspect was confronted by a witness before leaving the store in a silver BMW X5 Apri 4, according to investigators.

Crime Stoppers is offering a reward up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

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