PASADENA — A teenage boy armed with a machete allegedly robbed a man Thursday, authorities said.
The incident occurred about 6:30 p.m. at Howard Street and Garfield Avenue, Pasadena police Lt. Tom Delgado said.
The apparent victim, a man who appeared to be in his 50s, was walking with groceries when the teen confronted him and threatened him with a machete, the lieutenant said.
After turning over an unknown amount of money to the teen, Delgado said, the man continued walking.
Two people saw the alleged robbery and called police, he said.
The teenage suspect was found in the area with a machete hidden in his pants, Delgado said. He was booked on suspicion of armed robbery and was expected to be sent to juvenile hall.
Police were unable to find the apparent victim, Delgado said. Anyone with information is asked to call the Pasadena Police Department.