Serial Chain-Snatching Robbery Suspect Arrested In Long Beach: Police

LONG BEACH, CA — A man who allegedly snatched chain jewelry from around the necks of three victims in the same neighborhood on the same day last month in Long Beach has been arrested.

Robbery detectives have identified the suspect as Anthony Stevens, a 19-year-old Long Beach resident. He was arrested in Long Beach on Tuesday and transported to City Jail, where he was booked for robbery and possession of a loaded firearm.

Bail was set at $250,000, and he was freed on bond Thursday, according to Los Angeles County Sheriff's online inmate records.

Detectives believe there may be additional unreported incidents and encourage any possible victims to contact Non-Emergency Police Dispatch at (562) 435-6711.

Anyone with information regarding the case is urged to contact the LBPD's Robbery Detail at (562) 570-7464. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or text TIPLA plus your tip to 274637 (CRIMES) or visit www.lacrimestoppers.org.