A recap of some of the incidents Santa Monica Police dealt with on April 27 - May 3, 2025. From a peeping tom spying on a child and a public masturbater, to thefts from stores and robberies, here's the list:
Swatting Incidents – Ocean Ave: Two consecutive swatting incidents occurred at the same location. On the first day, dispatch received a call from a distorted voice claiming to have shot his mother. On the second day, a similar call was made claiming to have shot his sister. Containment was set up both times. All residents were safe, and both calls were confirmed hoaxes. No suspects in custody.
Grand Theft Auto – 1300 Block, 2nd St.: An electric bike was stolen from in front of Barney’s Beanery. No suspect information available.
Parole Violation / Narcotics Paraphernalia – 1200 Block, 6th St.: Officers observed a subject smoking narcotics outside 7-11. Upon contact, the subject was found with drug paraphernalia and had a no-bail parole violation for arson. Arrested on scene.
Felony Theft / Prior Convictions – Sunglass Hut & Sephora: A suspect previously involved in a theft at Sunglass Hut was identified by officers and later linked to multiple thefts at Sephora. Total loss was approximately $2,000. The suspect was also charged with 666.1 PC for theft with prior convictions.
Sex Registrant Violation / Warrants – 1500 Block, Alley 4: Officers contacted a subject believed to be a non-compliant sex registrant. He was confirmed to have a no-bail parole violation for failing to register and two SMPD warrants totaling $200,000 for lewd acts. Subject was taken into custody.
High-Capacity Magazine Arrest – Lot 4 South: During a traffic stop, officers detected marijuana and conducted a probation search. Two firearms were found secured in the trunk, along with a high-capacity magazine loaded with 33 rounds.
Vandalism to City Property – SMPD Pier Substation: A homeless individual was seen kicking the substation doors, breaking a window panel and frame. The suspect fled but was detained on Ocean Ave and arrested for vandalism.
Unfounded Shots Fired Call – 3100 block of Urban Ave: A food delivery driver reported that a resident fired a shot at him or into the air. Officers contacted the residents and neighbors; no one heard gunfire and no evidence was found. The incident was determined to be unfounded.
Prowling/Peeping (Juvenile Victim) – 11th St.: A 13-year-old girl witnessed a suspect peering through her front window. The suspect then moved to the back of the home and looked into her bedroom window. The suspect fled but was later located and arrested.
Domestic Violence – 500 block of Colorado Ave: During a domestic dispute, the suspect broke items, took the victim’s car keys, and pushed the victim to the ground while attempting to leave. A 2-year-old child was present. The suspect was stopped by officers and an Emergency Protective Order was granted. DCFS was notified.
Sexual Assault (Juvenile Victim) – Santa Monica Pier: A juvenile from a local group home met a suspect in person after online communication. The suspect sexually assaulted the victim at the pier. The incident was reported by the victim to group home staff. No arrest has been made.
Strong-arm Robbery – Main St. & Ocean Park Blvd: A suspect approached the victim, demanded property, and physically assaulted the victim before fleeing with the stolen items. The suspect was located nearby and taken into custody.
Traffic Collision / DUI Arrest – 7th St. & Ocean Park Blvd: Officers responded to a vehicle collision involving a city tree. The driver was determined to be under the influence and was arrested for DUI.
Grand Theft – Santa Monica Place: A known theft suspect concealed clothing valued over $950 in his pants. When confronted at the exit, the suspect dropped the items and attempted to flee but was unable to exit due to locked doors. He was arrested and the property was recovered.
Juvenile Theft – Santa Monica Place: Two juveniles concealed multiple phones inside a store. Officers detained them and recovered the stolen items. Investigation revealed the suspects were involved in similar thefts at multiple Apple stores in the area.
No Bail Warrant Arrest – 1600 Block, 6th Street: Subject contacted was found to have a PRCS no bail warrant and was taken into custody.
Weapons Arrest & No Bail Warrant – 1600 Block, Beach: Subject contacted for a municipal code violation had a no bail LAPD warrant for assault on a peace officer. Search revealed a makeshift slungshot. Arrested for the warrant and possession of a prohibited weapon (22210 PC).
5150 Hold – Lot 1 North: A subject was reported acting erratically and parked in traffic lanes. DART responded and requested DMH, who placed the subject on a 5150 psychiatric hold. Subject was transported to Exodus West.
Felony Narcotics Arrest & LAPD Warrant – 1500 Block, Alley 4: Subject contacted was found with a $100,000 LAPD warrant for meth sales. He was found in possession of meth and OC spray. Arrested under Prop 36 and booked for felony narcotics, illegal OC spray possession, and paraphernalia. Transported to LAPD Pacific.
LAPD DV Warrant Arrest – 1600 Block, Bike Path: Subject detained for shopping cart possession and found to have two LAPD warrants (DV and trespassing). Also in possession of a meth pipe. Arrested and transported to LAPD Pacific.
Weapons & Drug Charges – 1615 Ocean Ave (Tongva Park): Subject arrested for felony possession of a dirk/dagger, drug paraphernalia, and misappropriation of property.
Trespassing & Narcotics Arrest – 1600 Block, Beach: Subject was found trespassing under the pier in a gated area and was in possession of meth and a meth pipe. Subject had no ID and no fingerprint match via LACRIS. Arrested for trespassing and violations of 11377(a) HS and 11364(a) HS.
Theft – Nike Store: Three suspects were located by DART officers on the train platform after stealing merchandise from the Nike store. All suspects were identified.
Felony Battery – 3rd St./Arizona: Subject was located by DART officers after punching a female juvenile in the face without provocation.
Warrant Cite-Out – 1600 Block, Beach: Subject was detained for loitering under the pier and found to have a $30,000 SMPD warrant for trespassing and resisting arrest.
Lewd Conduct Arrest: Officers stopped a subject at 16th St. and Santa Monica Blvd for masturbating in public. The subject had two outstanding warrants and was on probation for felony assault. A hold was approved.
Stay-Away Order Violation: Officers arrested a subject for violating a stay-away order.
Weapons and Drug Paraphernalia Possession: In Tongva Park, officers stopped a subject for possessing a shopping cart. A search revealed the subject had a dirk/dagger and a meth pipe in his possession.
No Bail Warrant Arrest: Officers contacted a subject in the 1600 block of 6th Street. A warrant check showed the subject had a PRCS no-bail warrant, and he was taken into custody.
Felony Warrant – Sex Crimes: During a traffic stop in the 300 block of Broadway for expired registration, officers discovered the driver had a felony sex crimes warrant out of Orange County. The subject was arrested.
Muni Code Violation – Sex Offender Non-Compliance: A pedestrian stop for a municipal code violation in the 1400 block of Alley 5 revealed the subject was a registered sex offender (290 PC) who was out of compliance.
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