Two Stabbed at Westfield Topanga Mall During Holiday Shopping Season
During the bustling holiday shopping season, the Westfield Topanga Mall in Canoga Park, Los Angeles, became the scene of a violent incident. Two individuals were stabbed during an alleged robbery attempt as shoppers were enjoying the festive atmosphere.
Incident Overview
The stabbing took place on a Thursday afternoon, before 5 p.m. The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is currently investigating this alarming event. Paramedics quickly arrived at the scene to assist the victims, one of whom was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Details of the Attack
- Location: Westfield Topanga Mall, Canoga Park, Los Angeles
- Date: Thursday, December 19, 2025
- Time: Before 5 p.m.
- Victims: Two individuals stabbed
- Status: One victim hospitalized; conditions unknown
- Assailants: Two suspects, currently at large
- Motive: Alleged robbery attempt for jewelry
The LAPD reported that the assailants fled the scene after the attack, leaving the victims in a critical situation. Eyewitness accounts and aerial footage from AIR7 showed emergency responders at the mall’s parking garage entrance, emphasizing the seriousness of the incident.
Police Investigation
As of now, the police have not released specific descriptions of the suspects. The ongoing investigation aims to gather information and identify those responsible for this act of violence.
Amid the holiday shopping bustle, shoppers and mall employees are left anxious about safety in the area. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as they search for the suspects involved in this stabbing at Westfield Topanga Mall.
