Venice Boardwalk Confrontation: Local Man Reclaims Stolen Bike as Safe Team Steps In
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VENICE BOARDWALK, October 23, 2023
VENICE BOARDWALK, October 23, 2023 – A dramatic scene unfolded on the Venice Beach Boardwalk earlier today. While dining on a restaurant patio, a local man spotted a passerby shouting, "Bike for sale for $60" as he rode a bicycle that looked all too familiar to the diner. The bicycle was, in fact, the same one that had been stolen from his daughter in Venice just nights ago.
Without hesitation, the father confronted the cyclist, verifying the bike's identity by unlocking its combination lock. The cyclist countered, asserting he'd bought the bike at a garage sale over the weekend. A dispute ensued between the two, drawing the attention of a Venice Safe Team ambassador who tried to de-escalate the situation and promptly called the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).
Before LAPD officers could arrive, the suspected thief fled, leaving the bike behind. The officers took a statement from the father upon their arrival and then left in pursuit of the suspect. In a heartwarming twist, the father contacted his daughter, sharing the good news and asking her to retrieve her recovered bicycle.
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Fabian Lewkowicz is a Santa Monica-based photojournalist and press photographer, and the creator of the photo blog, Santa Monica Close Up. With years of experience as a staff photographer for several media outlets including the Santa Monica Daily Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica Observer, and the Santa Monica Corsair, Fabian has captured some of the most iconic moments of Santa Monica.
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Without hesitation, the father confronted the cyclist, verifying the bike's identity by unlocking its combination lock. The cyclist countered, asserting he'd bought the bike at a garage sale over the weekend. A dispute ensued between the two, drawing the attention of a Venice Safe Team ambassador who tried to de-escalate the situation and promptly called the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).
Before LAPD officers could arrive, the suspected thief fled, leaving the bike behind. The officers took a statement from the father upon their arrival and then left in pursuit of the suspect. In a heartwarming twist, the father contacted his daughter, sharing the good news and asking her to retrieve her recovered bicycle.
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Fabian Lewkowicz is a Santa Monica-based photojournalist and press photographer, and the creator of the photo blog, Santa Monica Close Up. With years of experience as a staff photographer for several media outlets including the Santa Monica Daily Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica Observer, and the Santa Monica Corsair, Fabian has captured some of the most iconic moments of Santa Monica.
Fabian's photographs have been displayed in a variety of settings, including museums, art galleries, hospitals, department stores, banks, fire stations, police stations, commercial buildings, amusement parks, offices, and homes. His photography captures the essence of Santa Monica, from its beautiful landscapes and stunning sunsets to its unique culture and diverse community.
Support Santa Monica Closeup by making a One Time Donation via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fabia...
Make a One Time Donation via Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/santamonicacloseup
Follow us on Instagram: Instagram: santamonicacloseup
Follow us on Facebook: Facebook: SantaMonicaCloseup
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For licensing this video email [email protected]
TAGS: Photojournalism, Photojournalist, Documentary, Cinema Verite, Fly-on-the-wall, Observational Photography, Press Photography
The video is intended solely for personal use. Any form of copying, re-uploading, sampling or other unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.
(C) 2023 Fabian Lewkowicz/Santa Monica Closeup. All Rights Reserved.
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