Crime Report

Saturday, March 10 At 4:00 p.m., the victim was standing to the front of a residence in the 7800 block of Stewart & Gray when the suspect approached him brandishing a gun. The suspect identified his gang affiliation and threatened to shoot the victim. Officers arrived, detained the suspect, and located a gun in his pocket. The suspect was arrested and charged with assault.Sunday, March 11 At 1:45 a.m., the victim was struck over the head with a beer bottle when a fight broke out inside Club DB Lounge (8206 Firestone). The victim did not see who hit her. She suffered minor injuries and was treated at the scene. Detectives are investigating. At 2:00 p.m., officers responded to a traffic collision located at 12030 Lakewood Boulevard (Chili's). Upon arrival, officers observed the front of a car resting partially inside the restaurant. The 86 year-old driver stated he had mistakenly stepped on the accelerator instead of the brakes which caused him to collide into the building. Two people who were sitting inside the restaurant suffered minor injuries and were taken to local hospitals where they were treated and released. Information provided by Downey Police Department.

********** Published: March 15, 2012 - Volume 10 - Issue 48