Rizaldy Panganiban, a 32-year-old resident of Los Angeles, California, was charged with multiple federal crimes following a brutal attack on a convenience store clerk in January 2021.
On February 17, 2021, Panganiban was formally charged with one count of attempted murder, three counts of assault with a deadly weapon, and one count of brandishing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence. The charges stem from a violent altercation at a 7-Eleven store in downtown Los Angeles on January 10, 2021.
According to court documents, Panganiban entered the convenience store, allegedly intoxicated, and became involved in a confrontation with the clerk. During the altercation, Panganiban allegedly pulled out a knife and attempted to stab the clerk, but was thwarted by a bystander who intervened.
The case was heard in the United States District Court for the Central District of California, specifically in the Los Angeles branch. After a lengthy trial, Panganiban was found guilty on all counts. On August 15, 2022, he was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release. Panganiban was also ordered to pay a $100,000 fine and $10,000 in restitution to the victim.
Key Facts
- Case: Panganiban
- Court: CAED Federal District
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: Federal Court Records
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