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Park attack leads to arrest in Placer County

08 June 2026 10:08

A man was arrested after allegedly attacking two women at a park in Auburn, Placer County. Good Samaritans helped detain him until deputies arrived.

- The attack occurred on May 23 at Chana Park. - The elderly victim was knocked out of her wheelchair and lost consciousness.

- The other victim was punched in the head multiple times. - The suspect, Michael Appleberry, faces battery charges and is a resident of a local homeless shelter.

Authorities are still investigating the incident, and the condition of the victims has not been updated.

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