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2 Homeless Men Arrested for Alleged Theft and Assault at Venice Beach



From Santa Monica Close Up:

"In a recent incident at Venice Beach Parking Lot in Los Angeles, approximately twelve LAPD officers were involved in the arrest of two homeless individuals on Wednesday, December 6, 2023. Witnesses report that the altercation began when a homeless man attempted to steal items from another homeless man's shopping cart. The situation escalated when the accused allegedly brandished a steel pipe and attacked the other individual. The LAPD intervened, and both men were taken into custody. While specific charges have not been confirmed, it is speculated that they may include assault with a deadly weapon. The situation highlights ongoing concerns regarding safety and crime within the city's homeless communities."

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