On Jan 10, a smash-and-grab robbery of a luxury watch retailer on Wilshire Boulevard resulted in five arrests after a brief vehicle pursuit of the suspects. The robbery took place in the afternoon at Wrist Aficionado, which is located in the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. One security guard sustained injuries during the robbery and is expected to recover. Police continue to search for additional suspects, according to Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) Public Information Office Lieutenant Kevin Orth.
A spokesman for the Waldorf Astoria told the Courier, “Upon being alerted to the situation, the hotel’s security team immediately contacted the Beverly Hills Police Department.” The spokesman said, “The safety and security of our guests and team members is always a top priority, and we continue to make every effort to ensure all practices and standards are in line with strict safety and security protocols. We are working with the third-party store and cooperating fully with local authorities.”
