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LAPD releases photo of second suspect in Danish tourist attack
NBC Los Angeles • • nation
Key Points:
- Los Angeles police released a photo of Malik Preatto, a suspect wanted in connection with the assault of a Danish tourist in Venice last month, seeking public assistance in locating him.
- Another suspect, Aiden Shaw, 25, surrendered to authorities and is currently held on $50,000 bond for felony battery related to the same incident.
- Video evidence shows Preatto slapping the tourist, interfering with his belongings, and possibly reaching into his pocket, while Shaw was seen striking the victim, causing him to fall unconscious.
- The victim sustained a serious head laceration and was hospitalized following the attack.
- Local officials, including LA City Councilmember Traci Park and Venice community leaders, condemned the assault, emphasizing the need for heightened public safety measures in the area.
