SAN JOSE, Calif. (KRON) -- The Little Saigon community in San Jose is rallying to address safety concerns following a violent smash-and-grab robbery that left an 88-year-old jewelry store owner with a stroke and a devastated business.

The robbery occurred over the weekend, resulting in tens of thousands of dollars in losses for the elderly store owner, who was knocked over during the incident and subsequently suffered a stroke. The attack has sparked outrage among local leaders and residents, who are calling for increased safety measures in the area.

San Jose City Councilmember Bien Doan expressed his dismay at the violence, particularly as it affects the large Vietnamese community in the city.

"Think of the traumatization the whole family is going to have for years to come," he said. "

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