Parents Turn in Teens Linked to LA 7-Eleven Robberies

In a series of 'flash mob' robberies targeting 7-Eleven stores across Los Angeles, parents have turned in their teenage children after recognizing them in security footage released by the LAPD. Since July, groups of 20 to 40 teens have carried out at least 14 robberies, primarily on Friday evenings, resulting in approximately $30,000 in damages. Following the release of the videos, several parents brought their children to police stations from September 26 to 29, with the teens subsequently booked on robbery charges. The community has praised these parents for holding their children accountable, while experts suggest that the action reflects a loss of control over their behavior. Assistant Chief Blake Chow confirmed that some of the arrested youths were not from the neighborhoods where the crimes occurred, highlighting the broader issue of youth crime. The LAPD continues to seek public assistance in identifying other suspects involved in these incidents.