Two men from South Gate, Juan Gabriel Gonzalez and Dereck Nathan Lopez, have been indicted for their involvement in a series of armed robberies targeting casino patrons in Los Angeles County. From May to December 2023, they followed victims from various casinos, particularly targeting Asian individuals who appeared to be winning. The indictment details that they committed at least 15 robberies, stealing approximately $274,600 in cash and casino chips.Together with conspirators, they entered casinos using stolen identities, leading to serious federal charges under the Hobbs Act.
In May 2023, two South Gate men scouted victims in casinos, robbing them at gunpoint after they left, stealing over $274,600.
The indictment lists 15 occasions when Gonzalez and Lopez ambushed casino patrons, showcasing a disturbing trend of targeted robbery.
The duo is accused of using stolen identities to gain entry to casinos and specifically targeting Asian patrons, which emphasizes a troubling racial component to their crimes.
Charged with multiple Hobbs Act offenses and firearm violations, the South Gate men face serious federal charges in connection with their violent crime spree.
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