Truck Driver Attacked In Westport

Westport Police are seeking the public's help in finding a man who attempted to rob a truck full of cigarettes Friday at Supreme Gas at 174 State Road.

According to Police, the suspect attacked the truck driver, punching him and firing a stun gun at his face and neck.

When a bystander came to the trucker's aid, the attacker fled, heading south on Sanford Road, and driving off in a grey car.

The truck driver was taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital, but details on his condition are not being released.

Witnesses say the suspect was in his 20's and wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt. Anyone with information should call Westport Detectives at 774 264-5174