Video goes viral of new attack on Asian-American senior in San Francisco at a laundromat in Chinatown.
Pamela Cruz. Peninsula 360 Press [P360P].
After the city of San Francisco recently joined efforts to tighten security, especially for members of the Asian-American community, a new video was released of an attack on an elderly Asian-American man at a laundromat in Chinatown.
According to the media ABC7The video, which belongs to the closed circuit of the same establishment, shows the terrible attack on a 67-year-old customer, who is assaulted by three people in a laundromat at around 10 p.m. on February 23.
In the video you can see how the older man was ambushed by three men and dragged and then robbed of several dollars, all in a matter of about 45 seconds.
The violence in the area continues despite all the efforts made by the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) and the residents themselves, who have even formed alliances to watch out for and protect elderly people who are susceptible to this type of attack.
It is worth noting that last February 18, SFPD community liaison members distributed flyers to raise awareness about the value of the Asian-American community and thereby prevent further attacks against them. Since then, the work has not stopped.
Robert Rueca, SFPD public information officer, spoke to ABC7 of the newly appointed central station captain's effort to include a greater patrol effort and "ability to respond to the needs of the community."
The official stressed that despite law enforcement efforts, which include Chinese-language hotlines, neighbors should remain vigilant to any attacks.
It should be noted that the San Francisco Police Officers Association union, SFPOA, is offering a $2,500 reward for anyone who provides information leading to an arrest.
"These random acts of violence against members of our Asian community are no accident and must end. The SFPOA supports our Asian community and all San Franciscans in wanting these perpetrators caught and held accountable," said Tony Montoya of the SFPOA.
Finally, the San Francisco Police Department called on the entire community to remain vigilant and stay safe, and encouraged all witnesses to these violent acts to call 415-558-5588, where they can receive support and translation in Cantonese and Mandarin.
They release video of new attack on Asian-American senior in San Francisco at a laundromat in Chinatown via Instagram.
