Robbery

The retired officer, who was working security at the business, exchanged gunfire and was shot multiple times

“NYPD detectives will go to the ends of the earth to ensure these criminals are brought to justice. Our message to them: There’s nowhere to run and nowhere to hide.”

Officer Muhammed Chowdhury was beaten so badly he couldn’t speak to police colleagues and first responders

The trio pistol-whipped the officer's friend before robbing all three of their jewelry, cellphones and wallets

Officer Muhammed Chowdhury was attacked by a gang linked to 19 carjackings and robberies

The officer was left lying on the sidewalk bleeding from his left ear and unable to stand or speak

The incident occurred the same day more LAPD patrols were approved for the Hollywood area

One deputy identified the suspect because the incident was similar to an August 2021 incident involving the same man running naked in the area

The owner of a local smoke shop was tasked with defending himself with a knife from a group of thieves

"They’re going to be on foot; they’re going to be in patrol cars; they’re going to be on horseback; they’re going to be on bikes," LAPD Deputy Chief Blake Chow said

"Stay out of Norco, because everybody in Norco has a gun," the man's wife said

"A lawfully armed member of our community prevented a violent crime and ensured their own safety," sheriff's officials said

Agencies throughout the state have seen an increase in suspects refusing to stop for law enforcement after last year’s change in pursuit law

Officers were staking out the parking lot after learning about a possible plan to steal from the store

"In my 34 years in the LAPD, I have never seen this type of criminal behavior," Capt. Jonathan Tippet said