Police in Philadelphia are searching for a man accused of an assault in Center City on Tuesday morning, according to authorities. The assault happened around 9:26 a.m. on Tuesday, May 26 near the intersection of South 8th and Ranstead streets in Center City, Philadelphia Deputy Commissioner Fran k Vanore. A man, 66, was approached by the suspect and the two had a quick interaction, police said. During their interaction, the victim reported feeling what felt like a punch or a stab to his left arm but didn’t know what happened, police reported. A bystander told the victim that he was bleeding as he walked away, officials explained. The victim walked to a nearby hospital where he was treated for a cut, according to police. In video shared on social media by Deputy Commissioner Vanore, the suspect is seen in a grey and black long-sleeved shirt inside a jewelry store. Suspect wanted for Center City assault on May 16, 2026. Credit: Philadelphia Police Department If you have any information about the assault or the suspect, please call the Philadelphia Police Department’s tip line at 215-686-TIPS (8477) or you can text your tip information to PPDTIP. PPD Central Detectives are looking to identify the individual displayed in this video clip who is responsible for an assault, on 5/26/26 @ 9:26AM. The incident occurred at S 8th St. and Ranstead St. Any info please call our Tip line 215-686-TIPS (8477) or Text a Tip to PPDTIP.. pic.twitter.com/fYiQ5rJtm3— Frank Vanore (@PPDFrankVanore) May 27, 2026 ...read more read less