The attack left the 60-year-old woman with a fractured nose and damage to her eye.
Los Angeles police are seeking the public's help as they investigate a violent armed robbery in Chinatown.
"Based on our investigation we believe he may be involved in similar robberies where he has not yet been identified," said Det. Huy Nguyen. He asked the owner about some of the most expensive pieces and whipped out some cash pretending like he was going to buy them. "She tried to grab the lock to lock it. But as she tried, that's when he yanked the door open and was able to get in and steal the items," said the storeowner.Det. Nguyen said Thornton used similar tactics at other businesses across Los Angeles County. He would enter a business, eye expensive items, attempt to steal them and then be confronted by employees.
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