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Street Vendor Attacked in Viral LA Incident | Los Angeles News
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A viral video captures a brutal attack on 62-year-old street vendor Arabelia Martinez in downtown L.A., sparking national outrage as she’s punched, knocked down, and her cart flipped by a 19-year-old suspect. Martinez, speaking emotionally at a press conference, demands respect for all street workers and calls out systemic discrimination. The suspect, charged with assault, aggravated battery, and possibly a hate crime, denies all charges. This isn’t her first attack — and activists warn that violence against street vendors is often underreported, fueled by fear of immigration enforcement. Martinez’s family urges others to speak up, turning personal pain into a rallying cry for dignity and justice.
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