Homeless Man Steals Car from UCLA Hospital Valet While Woman Visits Husband Battling Cancer

Car Theft at UCLA Medical Center

• 💔 A local teacher, Britney, had her brand-new 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid Sport stolen from the UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center valet.
• 🏥 The theft occurred while she was visiting her husband, Joe, who is in the ICU battling an aggressive form of liver cancer.
• 🔑 The valet managers reported that a homeless man on a bicycle stole the keys from behind the desk around 2:00 AM.
• 📍 The car was located using the key fob's find feature in a valet parking lot about a block away, but by 5:00 AM, the vehicle had disappeared.

Victim's Experience and Support

• ⏱️ Britney expressed frustration, stating the theft means more time away from her husband's bedside, which she cannot afford.
• 🚗 The hospital provided a five-day car rental, but Britney is still responsible for insurance costs.
• 🔍 Friends have attempted to track the car using an AirTag linked to the keys, but have had no success.
• 🤝 A GoFundMe page has been set up by friends to help the couple with medical bills and to purchase a new car.

Official Response and Impact

• 🗣️ A UCLA Health spokesperson apologized for the incident, stating a police report was filed and their insurance carrier is investigating.
• 📰 The incident highlights the challenges faced by families dealing with serious medical issues, compounded by crime.
• 📍 The GoFundMe page has been linked on KTLA.com, with the family appreciating any assistance.