Hand Signal for Help Leads to Domestic Violence Arrest in Alhambra

Silent Distress Signal

• 💡 A victim of domestic violence used a universal hand signal for help to alert a 7-Eleven employee in Alhambra.
• 🎯 The employee recognized the signal and immediately called 911, leading to the suspect's arrest.

Suspect Apprehended

• 👮 Police responded to the 7-Eleven after the clerk reported the signal.
• 🏃 The suspect, identified as John Palumbi, attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended in the parking lot.
• ⚠️ During his arrest, Palumbi was found to be in possession of a stun gun.

Recognizing the Signal

• 🆘 The distress signal involves holding out a hand and moving the thumb up and down to signal danger.
• 🗣️ Domestic violence advocates emphasize the importance of public awareness of such gestures.

Additional Safety Measures

• 🍸 In settings like bars, patrons can ask a server for an "angel shot" as a code word for help.
• 🧠 Recognizing simple hand gestures or using code words can be crucial in saving someone from a dangerous situation.