Man Bound and Robbed in Parking Structure Near LAX

Man Found Bound and Robbed Near Los Angeles International Airport

A man in his 50s was found bound with duct tape and robbed inside his vehicle on Tuesday night in a parking structure along Century Boulevard near Los Angeles International Airport, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

Police Response and Location

Los Angeles police officers responded at around 8:15 p.m. to the 6100 block of West Century Boulevard after receiving a call about a victim whose feet had been duct-taped. When officers arrived, they located the man inside his white Toyota sedan in a parking structure near LAX.

Victim’s Condition and Medical Aid

Paramedics were dispatched to the parking structure to provide medical assistance. Police stated that the man was experiencing difficulty breathing when first responders arrived. Despite his breathing issues, officials reported that he remained conscious while being treated at the scene.

Details of the Robbery

According to information provided to police, the victim had been robbed while inside his vehicle. His wallet and jewelry were taken during the incident. The man told officers that he had been bound with duct tape, and his feet were specifically noted as being taped when the call for assistance was made.

Suspect Description

The victim gave police a description of the suspect involved in the robbery. He described the suspect as a white male who was wearing a black hat, a black shirt, and black pants at the time of the incident. The victim also reported that the suspect was carrying a handgun.

Unconfirmed Additional Claims

Other reports have mentioned additional details, including the use of pepper spray and an estimated value of stolen jewelry. However, a spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department stated that those specific details could not be confirmed. As of the information provided, only the theft of the victim’s wallet and jewelry and the suspect’s description have been confirmed by police.