An alleged hate crime took place at Café Istanbul on the 300 block of South Beverly Drive on Nov. 4. According to the Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD), a group of 6-8 male subjects, ranging in age from 20-30, entered the café at approximately 8:30 p.m. The suspects proceeded to destroy property inside the establishment while making pro-Armenia comments. The suspects physically attacked the employees inside the restaurant and later in the alley outside of the restaurant. The victims sustained minor injuries and refused medical treatment at the scene.
Sam Turac, a nephew of the restaurant owner, gave the Courier additional details about the events.
