Ruben's Bakery & Mexican Food in Compton, victim to a looting by a mob following a street takeover, has reopened with community support despite significant damages. The Ramirez family, owners of the bakery, expressed frustration over the lack of law enforcement and called for accountability for criminals. They are determined to serve the community and continue traditions like baking roscas for 'El Dia de los Reyes Magos', despite only partially resuming operations.
Ruben's Bakery & Mexican Food in Compton, a family-run business that survived the Rodney King riots and the pandemic, was devastated by a mob of over 100 people during an illegal street takeover. The crowd robbed the bakery, causing an estimated $70,000 in damages. This incident has significantly impacted the bakery's operations, especially ahead of the busy Three Kings Day. Despite the setback, the community has shown support through donations and city officials have contributed to the restoration efforts. The family aims to reopen and continue serving their traditional pastries for the holiday.
In Compton, a mob of looters associated with a street takeover event used a Kia Soul to break into Ruben's Bakery & Mexican Food, causing at least $20,000 in damages and theft. The incident, which occurred near a busy intersection known for such illegal gatherings, involved around 100 people and resulted in significant damage to the local mom-and-pop shop. Despite the chaos and the presence of video surveillance, no arrests have been made yet. The community expressed concern and a desire to support the affected business.
