Suspects Wanted for Metro Bus Attack in Culver City

Culver City police made public today images of a man and a woman wanted for questioning in an attack on a senior citizen on a city bus.

It happened about 1:45 p.m. Nov. 22, police said.

“The suspect, who was riding a Culver City bus with a female associate, became involved in an argument with an elderly man,” police said. “After arguing with the elderly man for a few seconds, the suspect stood up and repeatedly punched the man several times in the head and face.”

The victim was taken to a hospital for examination, but was not found to be seriously hurt. The suspect and the woman fled.

The suspect was described as black, in his early 20s, with a light complexion and a mustache or goatee. He wore camouflage shorts and a maroon sweatshirt with a brown pocket.

The woman was described as Hispanic, in her early 20s, with dark hair. She was wearing a black shirt and black pants, and was carrying a skateboard.

Anyone with more information on the case was urged to call Detective Thompson, (310) 253-6311; or the watch commander, (310) 253-6202.

—City News Service

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