Homicide detectives called in on attack

SAN BERNARDINO — An assault at a convenience store left one man on life support.

Homicide detectives were contacted Monday to investigate the assualt suspecting that the  63-year-old vcitim would die.

Nathan Macon, who was attacked around 6 p.m. Thursday March 11 as he entered a convenience store in west San Bernardino, remains on life support. Family members reportedly told police that he is not expected to survive the attack.

“The prognosis (for Macon’s recovery) is very, very poor,” said Sgt. Dave Dillon.

Reports said Macon was holding the door open for some customers when words were exchanged. Dillon said two suspects began punching Macon, knocking him to the ground.

The assault continued, with the suspects punching and kicking Macon while he was down, Dillon said. Reports say the suspects, who are still being sought, fled in a gray car.

The site of the attack was Jimmy’s Food, located at Base Line Street and Medical Center Drive.

Dillon said it appears Macon did nothing to provoke the attack. A motive for the argument and fight is still not clear. Reports say that witnesses have not provided many details except forvague suspect descriptions.

San Bernardino authorities say those with information should contact Det. Glen Carr at (909) 384-5628.