An observant 7-Eleven employee in Alhambra recognized a subtle sign for help and helped police officers arrest a man suspected of domestic violence.

Body camera footage released by Alhambra police on Sunday shows officers approaching a man and a woman at the convenience store. They were called to the scene after an employee recognized the woman was tucking her thumb underneath her four fingers – a discreet motion created by the Canadian Women’s Foundation to communicate when someone needs help.

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“Are you OK? Are you OK? Do you mind if I talk to you really quick?” an officer can be heard asking the woman.

During their investigation, Alhambra police determined a domestic violence incident had taken place. While questi

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