15-year-old Porterville runaway arrested for carjacking and assaulting a 71-year-old man.

A 15-year-old boy from Porterville, California, was arrested for carjacking and assaulting a 71-year-old man. The incident occurred when the teen, a runaway, asked the victim for a ride, then threatened him with a hammer, stole his cell phone and keys, and pushed him down. The stolen car was later located near a canal. The teenager faces charges including robbery, carjacking, elder abuse, and resisting arrest. Authorities seek additional information from the public.

September 17, 2024
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