The suspects drove the victims to an ATM and forced the mother to withdraw cash, then drove her to her house to withdraw get jewelry. When she returned with jewelry, the suspects released her son and drove away.
Both suspects are said to be in their 60s.
The woman is described as Hispanic, about 5 feet, 5 inches, 200 pounds, with gray hair and wearing a gray shirt.
The man is also described as Hispanic, about 5 feet, 5 inches, 165 pounds, balding with gray hair and wearing a striped shirt and black pants.
Anyone with information is urged to call Pasadena police at (626) 744-4241.
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