Los Angeles police are urging anyone with information to help locate two men suspected of assaulting and robbing an 18‑year‑old woman at a 7‑Eleven convenience store in Hollywood. The incident occurred shortly after 2 a.m. on Saturday, near the intersection of Santa Monica Boulevard and Las Palmas Avenue.
What happened
Surveillance footage from the store shows one man chasing the victim down the aisle, grabbing her hair from behind and pushing her to the floor. A second man then joins the first assailant, and the two continue to intimidate the young woman. After the assault, two women who were nearby approached to assist the victim while she remained on the ground.
Losses reported
The victim’s mother told investigators that the attackers stole her daughter’s jewelry, though the exact items were not detailed. The police have not released a description of the stolen pieces, but they are asking the public to report any sightings of missing jewelry that matches the victim’s description.
Police response
Los Angeles Police Department officers from the Hollywood Division are reviewing the video evidence and have released a public appeal for tips. Detectives are asking anyone who was in the area around the time of the robbery, or anyone who may have seen the two men before or after the incident, to call the Hollywood Division at 213‑972‑2971. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the LAPD’s online tip portal.
Community safety concerns
Local residents and business owners have expressed concern about safety on Santa Monica Boulevard after dark. While the area is a popular nightlife corridor, the early‑morning hours can leave streets less populated, creating opportunities for criminal activity. Community leaders are urging the city to increase patrols and improve lighting in the vicinity of popular convenience stores and other late‑night venues.
What you can do
If you witnessed the assault, saw the suspects fleeing, or have any information about the stolen jewelry, please contact the LAPD immediately. Prompt tips can lead to arrests and help restore a sense of security for Hollywood’s residents and visitors.
Original reporting: NBC4 Los Angeles — read the source article.
