In a shocking incident, a couple fell victim to a daring follow-home robbery after a night of jewelry shopping in Artesia’s Little India neighborhood. Dr. Priyanka Wali, the daughter of the victims, Dr. Vijay Wali and Dr. Wali Jyotika, shared surveillance footage on social media detailing the distressing ordeal.
The video captured the couple leaving the jewelry store in a white Tesla at 6:54 p.m. Subsequently, at 7:47 p.m., they arrived at their Fullerton home, where security footage revealed a Honda Odyssey trailing them upon parking. Another white vehicle joined the minivan, dropping off additional suspects before driving past the house.
Within a minute of the couple’s arrival, one suspect approached the passenger side of the Tesla, stealing Dr. Wali Jyotika’s purse, which contained precious jewelry and ancestral heirlooms. Simultaneously, another assailant attacked Dr. Vijay Wali on the opposite side of the car while he attempted to protect his wife. Disturbing footage showed the male suspect physically assaulting Dr. Wali, throwing him against the car, and eventually tossing him to the ground before making a swift escape.
The stolen items’ value is yet to be determined, and although no suspect descriptions have been released, Dr. Priyanka Wali mentioned that the thieves were heard speaking Spanish. The Fullerton Police Department has confirmed their awareness of the incident and is actively investigating, but additional details have not been immediately disclosed.
This brazen follow-home robbery serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and community awareness in the face of such audacious criminal acts.
