Overview
- A 24-year-old man walking to a Little Caesars in Santa Ana was grabbed, had a gold crucifix chain ripped from his neck, and was shoved to the ground and repeatedly punched and kicked by multiple attackers.
- The assault was captured on nearby surveillance cameras and the Santa Ana Police Department posted the footage while asking the public to help identify the suspects.
- Authorities say at least six to eight people were involved and that they left the scene in a white sedan; officers told reporters they have found no prior contact between the attackers and the victims.
- The victim, who spoke to reporters anonymously, said he still has rib pain, that his 17-year-old brother who was with him was not seriously injured, and that the stolen chain held religious significance.
- Detectives continue to investigate with no arrests reported and have provided a tip line and email for information while local residents and officials weigh the incident alongside other recent public-safety concerns in Santa Ana.