Suspect Arrested in Attack on South Beverly Drive

On May 12, at 2:28 p.m., Beverly Hills Police Officers responded to reports of a woman being assaulted. For reasons still under investigation, a male suspect stabbed the woman with what appeared to be a screwdriver before fleeing on foot. Responding police units quickly located the suspect and safely took him into custody.

The female victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital. The suspect was brought to BHPD where he was booked. Criminal charges are still pending. While the motive does not appear to be a robbery, the case is still under investigation.