A 34-year-old woman was hospitalized with serious injuries after a robbery outside a Hooters in downtown Long Beach on June 18, following a World Cup watch party. The victim, Jennifer Silva, reported that the assailant attacked her as she left the establishment. She recounted that the robber pulled on her bag, stating, "I'm going to need that," before proceeding to beat her.
Silva sustained multiple injuries, including a broken jaw, dislocated wrist, fractured finger, and lost teeth. She also suffered cuts and bruises to her face, including her chin, mouth, and nose. The suspect took her belongings and fled the scene.
Following the attack, Silva stated that she noticed bystanders nearby but alleged that none offered help or called emergency services. "There were crowds around me and nobody called 911," Silva told KTLA. "Nobody helped me. I got attacked violently and I don't know why."
Police discovered Silva approximately 30 minutes after the incident and transported her to a local hospital. She has since established a GoFundMe to cover her medical expenses, which she anticipates will include reconstructive jaw surgery and multiple dental procedures. "It's a long road of recovery," Silva said. "A long road of, 'You need to get this done, you need to get that done.' I know I'm going to get through this, but it's taking a lot of strength to keep it together."
The Long Beach Police Department is currently investigating the assault. As of the latest reports, no suspects have been identified.
