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Elderly Man Set on Fire in Downtown L.A.

Detectives plan an attempted murder booking during an active search for witnesses.

Overview

  • LAPD says officers found a man in his 70s beaten and set on fire near Sixth and Hope Street in downtown Los Angeles.
  • The man was taken to a hospital in serious condition, according to police.
  • A suspect was detained at the scene and will be booked for attempted murder, Sgt. Robert Incontro said.
  • Detectives are interviewing a Good Samaritan who tried to help the victim and are seeking additional witnesses.
  • The New York Post published video from the scene and a witness account describing face stomping and CPR attempts, which police have not confirmed.