The assault was captured on video, which shows the 28-year-old victim standing on the sidewalk outside a fast food restaurant in the 9200 block of Venice Boulevard on June 30. Out of nowhere, someone punches the victim, who then falls backward onto the street behind him.
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Police said the man lost consciousness and suffered severe head injuries. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
The suspect fled the scene with a male and female companion in a white four-door sedan, LAPD said.
Investigators described the suspect as a Hispanic male between 18 and 21 years old, between 5 feet 8 inches and 5 feet 11 inches tall, weighing between 190 and 200 pounds with brown, curly hair. He was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, gray pants, white socks and red and white sandals.
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The suspect's first companion was described as a Hispanic male between 17 and 20 years old, around 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing between 140 and 150 pounds with dark hair. He was last seen wearing a black shirt with designs on the front, blue jeans with holes in the knees and black tennis shoes.
The suspect's second companion was described as a Hispanic female between 17 and 20 years old, with glasses and dark hair worn in a ponytail. She was last seen wearing a gray and black jacket, gray shirt, blue jeans and white shoes with a black stripe.
If you have any relevant information about this incident, you're urged to contact Detective Saucedo at (310) 482-6421. During non-business hours or on the weekends, call 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (877-527-3247). You can also submit anonymous tips buy calling L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477).