UCPD investigates reported attempted strong-arm robbery on LA Metro
By Catherine Hamilton
Oct. 24, 2022 7:56 p.m.
UCPD is investigating reports of an attempted strong-arm robbery on a Los Angeles Metro bus Monday morning.
The incident happened around 10:15 a.m., according to a UCPD crime alert sent Monday evening. The suspect allegedly slapped the victim and attempted to take her necklace and backpack, according to the alert.
The victim is a UCLA student, according to the report.
UCPD described the suspect as a 5-foot-2 to 5-foot-3-inch woman in her 20s, with an average build. She was wearing a black shirt with a white and red cat design, pink pants, a black and pink head covering and a plaid pink backpack.
No injuries or vehicles were reported as related to the incident.
This case is currently under investigation. Anyone with information can call UCPD at 310-825-1491.
