Crime & Safety
Police Seek Suspects Who Threw Metal Ball Bearings At Protesters
The suspects threw metal ball bearings at protesters picketing in front of a hotel in downtown Los Angeles.
LOS ANGELES, CA — Authorities Sunday sought the public's help in identifying and locating the suspects who allegedly threw metal ball bearings at demonstrations while picketing in front of a hotel in downtown Los Angeles.
A group had formed a picket line in front of a hotel in the 900 block of Figueroa Street on January 21 about 10:15 a.m., where a woman and a man in the group were struck by metal ball bearings.
They both suffered minor abrasions, the Los Angeles Police Department reported.
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The following day, about 8:40 a.m., a group gathered once again and three men were struck with metal ball bearings. One man was treated at the scene for minor lacerations and two others refused medical treatment.
Police had no suspect descriptions.
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The LAPD's Central station urged anyone with any information regarding the attacks to call them at 213-996-1839 or 877-527-3247. Tipsters can also call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477.
— City News Service
