On January 2nd, 2024, around 3am, a white Kia rammed the locked entrance of Ruben’s Bakery and Mexican Food in Compton, clearing the way for the mob of over one hundred people to enter — and pillage the store.
In a matter of minutes, they completely devastated this small, family-owned and operated business, causing over $70,000 worth of damage. The 13-year old driving the stolen car that rammed into the store has been arrested along with 4 others. However, many still remain at large.