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Lakewood Today
By the People, for the People
Suspect Arrested in Lakewood Attempted Carjacking, Assault
Deputies identify suspect using surveillance video and make arrest hours later.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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Deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Lakewood Station responded to a report of an attempted carjacking and assault in Lakewood earlier this month. After reviewing surveillance footage, authorities identified and arrested the suspect, Ryan Patrick Campbell, on suspicion of attempted carjacking and assault with a deadly weapon.
Why it matters
Carjackings and violent crimes against individuals in their vehicles are a serious concern for public safety in the Los Angeles area. This arrest highlights the importance of surveillance footage and a quick law enforcement response in apprehending suspects and preventing further incidents.
The details
According to authorities, deputies responded on February 9th to the 11500 block of East Carson Street regarding the reported attempted carjacking and assault. After a preliminary investigation, they obtained surveillance video that captured the suspect's actions during the incident, allowing them to identify the suspect. Hours later, deputies from the Lakewood Special Assignment Team located and arrested the suspect, Ryan Patrick Campbell, who was then booked on the related charges.
- On February 9th, deputies responded to the reported incident.
- Hours after the incident, deputies arrested the suspect.
The players
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Lakewood Station
The local law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the incident.
Ryan Patrick Campbell
The suspect arrested and booked on charges of attempted carjacking and assault with a deadly weapon.
What’s next
The case remains under investigation, and authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Lakewood Sheriff's Station watch commander.
The takeaway
This arrest demonstrates the importance of surveillance footage and a prompt law enforcement response in apprehending suspects and protecting public safety, particularly in incidents involving violent crimes against individuals in their vehicles.
