Police say the attack was 'without provocation and for no reason.'
She was a longtime nurse who"worked tirelessly and selflessly" according to her employer.Police say they responded Thursday around 5:15 a.m. to a call of an assault at a bus stop near Union Station."Upon arrival, officers discovered that the suspect, later identified as Kerry Bell, had struck the victim in the face, causing her to fall to the ground and sustain a fractured skull," according to LAPD.
"Sandra Shells will forever be remembered for her compassionate care and unmatched dedication to her patients and her community throughout her 38-year career at LAC+USC. "Sandra worked tirelessly and selflessly to keep her patients safe and healthy and will always be remembered as a 'kind, compassionate and giving nurse,' with a 'helpful and thoughtful nature' who was a favorite amongst colleagues and patients," the statement continued.
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