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Suspect arrested in brutal attack on street vendor in downtown Los Angeles
ABC7 Los Angeles • • nation
Key Points:
- A suspect has been arrested in connection with an assault on street vendor Arabelia Martinez in downtown Los Angeles, an incident captured on video and confirmed by the LAPD.
- The video shows a heated argument escalating into a physical attack, with the suspect dumping hot sauce on Martinez's hot dogs before repeatedly striking her and pulling her to the ground.
- Bystanders intervened multiple times to stop the assault, which included the suspect attacking Martinez three separate times during the altercation.
- Martinez's family expressed relief and gratitude following the arrest, thanking the LAPD detectives and the public for their support and emphasizing that Martinez is now resting and receiving care.
- A GoFundMe page was created by Martinez's son to support her recovery and medical needs after the attack.
