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California Mall Parking Dispute Escalates into Violent Brawl and Robbery

A fight at the Citadel Outlets in Los Angeles left a mother and daughter injured and robbed of $3,000 as police investigate the suspects involved.

  • The altercation began over a parking spot at the Citadel Outlets in Commerce, California, during the busy holiday shopping season.
  • Natalie Martinez, 19, and her mother, Patricia Cupa, were attacked by a group of five people after a verbal dispute turned physical.
  • Eyewitness video captured the fight, showing Martinez being punched, dragged to the ground, and fighting back against her assailants.
  • During the brawl, a male suspect allegedly entered the victims' car and stole Cupa’s purse containing $3,000 in cash, credit cards, and her ID.
  • Law enforcement is reviewing security footage, including license plate details, as they work to identify and apprehend the individuals involved.
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