WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. The Whatcom County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a man was assaulted and his vehicle was stolen during a vehicle test drive, Whatcom News reported, citing the Everson Police Department.
The incident occurred Thursday, Oct. 22, in the 4900 block of Aldrich Road, according to the Everson Police Department.
Investigators are working to identify two suspects, one male and one female, believed to be involved in the assault and theft.
Law enforcement is asking the public to watch for two vehicles. The first is the stolen vehicle, a 2001 Toyota Highlander that has not been recovered and was last reported leaving the scene driven by the male suspect. The second is a dark blue or black 2002 to 2004 Honda CR-V with a white stripe along the sides and a rear-mounted spare tire, possibly with a cover, reportedly driven by the female suspect.
Anyone with information about the incident or either vehicle is asked to contact the Whatcom County Sheriff's Office and reference case number 26A36654. Officials advise the public not to approach or confront anyone believed to be involved, per the report.