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WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. (KABC) — Actor Keegan Allen is on the mend after he said he was attacked and robbed at gunpoint in West Hollywood.
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In a new post on Instagram, the “Pretty Little Liars” star shared a message of deep gratitude for his friends, fans and law enforcement along with a photo of his cross necklace that was covered in blood after the alleged attack.
The attack happened Thursday night in the parking lot behind Laurel Supply, a high-end grocery store on Santa Monica Boulevard.
Allen says two men armed with a gun and a knife approached him, demanded his Rolex, and struck him in the head before fleeing the scene.
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In response, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said it is stepping up patrols in West Hollywood.
“We are setting up an appointment to meet with the victim so we can go over the incident,” said Capt. Calvin Mah. “It is shocking to the community. We are definitely working with West Hollywood station…and increasing the patrol, just to make the community safe.”
Authorities warn that these types of crimes often increase as the holiday season approaches. Deputies are still searching for the suspects involved.
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