Moment flash mob ransacks Nike store in Los Angeles

A flash mob has ransacked a Nike store in Los Angeles, stealing $12,000 (around £9,500) worth of goods.

Footage released by the Los Angeles Police Department’s Commercial Crimes Division shows a group of young people ripping clothing off the racks and carrying bags full of merchandise.

Police say the group, which consisted of 17 suspects suspects between the ages of 15 and 20, fled the premises in five different vehicles.

Detectives are seeking assistance from the public in identifying the suspects.