The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced on Friday that two men are facing charges in connection with a series of robberies throughout the San Gabriel Valley. These incidents included a violent episode in Hacienda Heights that resulted in an elderly woman’s injuries.
The two suspects, Russell Hardy, Jr., and Cameron DeShawn Perry, both aged 19, are charged with two counts each of second-degree robbery, first-degree automated teller machine robbery, and one count of attempted second-degree robbery. In addition, Perry faces two counts of elder or dependent adult abuse.
The crimes began on May 30 when Perry allegedly robbed a woman leaving a jewelry store at 1457 Nogales St. in Rowland Heights. As the alleged getaway driver, Hardy aided Perry in escaping with $150,000 worth of stolen jewelry.
On June 9, Perry reportedly robbed a woman who had just withdrawn money from an ATM at 17801 Colina Road in Industry. A witness saw a blue car, allegedly driven by Hardy, speeding away from the scene.
On June 14, Perry is accused of robbing a 73-year-old woman in a parking lot at 1611 Azusa Avenue in Hacienda Heights. Perry allegedly grabbed her purse, which had money inside, and fled the scene.
On July 2, Perry allegedly assaulted a man leaving a bank at 18958 Daisetta St., in Rowland Heights. When the man refused to hand over his wallet, Perry reportedly fired a shot into the air. A scuffle ensued, after which Perry ran away empty-handed and was seen getting into a blue sedan, allegedly driven by Hardy.
The final reported incident occurred on Aug. 14, when a 75-year-old woman was assaulted by Perry while walking away from an ATM at 1605 Azusa Ave., in Hacienda Heights. The woman was dragged across a parking lot until she let go of her purse. As in previous instances, Hardy allegedly drove Perry away from the scene.
District Attorney George Gascón emphasized that no one should have to fear leaving their home due to the risk of robbery and assault. He added that such crimes exploit the most vulnerable members of the community and jeopardize the safety and security of neighborhoods.