A woman was assaulted in a parking lot of a Thompson business last Thursday.

Her assailant attempted to steal some of her belongings but her cries for help got the attention of others who called the RCMP.

The suspect had run off before they arrived but was located in a nearby park.

After a short foot pursuit, he was arrested without further incident.

The victim, a woman from Thompson, suffered minor physical injuries.

Vincent Flett, 38, from Thompson, was remanded in custody and is facing multiple charges including robbery and resisting

Thompson RCMP continue to investigate.