Unidentified man beaten in shopping center

Authorities are trying to identify a man who was severely beaten Saturday.

The man was reportedly beaten in the parking lot of Tower Plaza [map] around 7:45 a.m. Saturday. He is a Hispanic male, approximately 30 years old and about 5’8″. He has a husky build, light complexion and black spiked hair, and was wearing jeans and cowboy boots when he was attacked. His name might be Javier.

The victim was rushed into surgery at Einstein Medical Center after hitting his head on the ground. The suspect, described as a Hispanic male, was seen running from the scene with other men.

If you have information about the crime or an idea of this man’s identity, you’re encouraged to call Northeast Detectives at 215-686-3153.

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