Suspect Arrested in Downtown LA Robbery & Assault Incident
Above: Pablo Garcia
Photo credit: Los Angeles Police Department
Authorities in Los Angeles have announced the arrest of a suspect in connection with a robbery and assault in downtown Los Angeles.
According to a press release by the Los Angeles Police Department, a suspect followed a victim on the 800 block of East 1st Street late on the afternoon of April 28. The suspect allegedly attempted to take the victim’s Rolex watch and assaulted the victim, rendering them unconscious. After taking the watch, the suspect fled the scene.
The victim received medical attention for their injuries.
On May 14, the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Fugitive Apprehension Team arrested the suspect in Downey without incident. The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Pablo Garcia of Los Angeles, was arrested on suspicion of robbery, with bail set at $450,000.
The LAPD’s Central Area Robbery investigators believe there may be additional victims who have not yet reported incidents involving Garcia. A photograph of Garcia has been released to assist in identifying and contacting these potential victims.
Investigators are also reportedly seeking the public’s help in recovering the victim’s stolen Rolex and have released a photo of a similar one.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Los Angeles Police Department Central Area Robbery Detective Geraldo Arrieta at 213-996-1868. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247).
Anonymous tips can be provided to the LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or by visiting www.lacrimestoppers.org.
Information can also be submitted anonymously via the “P3 Tips” mobile application and selecting LA Regional Crime Stoppers as the local program.
