Rampant Flash Mob Robberies Spark Urgent Police Response in LA
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Police have made the first arrest in the 'flash mob' robbery at a YSL store in a Los Angeles mall, where 30 thieves stole $400,000 worth of merchandise. Ivan Isaac Ramirez, 23, was apprehended, while another suspect, Brianna Jimenez, 21, is still at large. The robbery was part of a series of similar incidents where large groups overwhelm employees and quickly grab as much as they can before fleeing. Ramirez has been charged with organized retail theft, burglary, grand theft, and conspiracy. The police chief has stated that more arrests will follow.
- PICTURED: Cops make first arrest after 'flash mob' of 30 thieves raided YSL store at LA mall for $400,000 wort Daily Mail
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