The Santa Monica Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division (CID) is seeking the public’s help in identifying additional victims who may have been sexually assaulted in the City of Santa Monica.



SMPD Statement: "On June 28, 2022, SMPD Officers responded the area of 4th and Colorado to investigate a sexual assault in which the suspect grabbed a female’s buttocks then fled. The suspect was later identified as Anthony Barrett a 29-year-old male originally from Ohio. On August 5, 2022, SMPD Officers arrested Barrett in the downtown area. Subsequently, on August 9, 2022, the Santa Monica City Attorney’s Office filed criminal charges on Barrett for Sexual Battery and failure to register as a Sex Offender.

Investigators believe Barret has been in Southern California since at least June of 2022. He is known to travel between downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica. Anyone who may have been involved in or witnessed an incident involving Barrett, is asked to contact Detective Brian Spencer at (310) 458-8420 or Sergeant Chad Goodwin at (310) 458-8931.

Persons with crime information may also contact Crime Stoppers by calling (800) 222-TIPS, texting from a mobile phone, or by visiting their website at www.lacrimestoppers.org. Callers may remain anonymous and may be qualified to receive a $1,000.00 reward from Crime Stoppers.

In accordance with California Pen. Code § 13665 , SMPD does not publish photos of non-violent suspects. The suspect in this case is accused of Sexual Assault, which is classified as a violent crime."

But what SMPD apparently did not reveal is that this sex offender came from Ohio not long ago, and is homeless.

Statement from a Nurse in Santa Monica: "On my walk to work last month as an RN in this community I observed this man take a swing with his closed fist at another RN, also on her way to work. He then swung at man walking toward him on the sidewalk. These encounters were completely unprovoked and very aggressive. I call SMPD with this info right away as did the man he tried to hit. I was left to wonder if SMPD even responded. Clearly this guy is violent and aggressive and should not be free to wander our community."

The Topanga Coalition for Emergency Preparedness is giving residents of Topanga a free NOAA weather radio. See the flyer above.

From Venice Beach

A dead body was discovered on the grass area behind Perry's at Ocean Park in Santa Monica. Witness stated the person appeared to be homeless, body was lying on the grass with a suitcase and other items thrown around. Police have stated the person was female and wrapped in a blanket.

The video below is from our Instagram Stories, it was shot at approximately 12:37PM:

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Come make history with us at the First Annual: Venice Classic, the first dedicated car show to ever be held at the world famous Venice Boardwalk

Come join The DogTown Devils Car Club on August 27th for an event unlike any other in the Venice Boardwalks 100 year history as we celebrate Surf, Sounds and Southern California's Car Culture.

All Classics, Kustoms, Lowriders, Street Rods, Rat Rods, Pre-80's Trucks and Pre-80's Muscle Cars, WELCOME!

This family event will feature Vendors, Food Vendors, a Beer Garden, DJ, Giveaways and an Awards Ceremony presented by The DogTown Devils Car Club and the City of Venice.

The The DogTown Devils Car Club,

For more info and to register you vehicle, Click Here.

Here's an update to The Angriest Man In Surfing drama.

Malibu's Andy Lyon, who has been dubbed The Angriest Man In Surfing due to the viral video of his incident with another surfer, has embraced the positive side of all this.

“You know, it’s a good ride right now,” he told the website Beach Grit. “Fucking dealing with all these little punks, keyboard warriors. It’s pretty amazing how stuff goes like this…I’ve become sorta famous I guess.”

Andy went on the Dirty Water Podcast and tells his side of the incident, and more. Listen to the podcast below:



As others have said, the "kid" in the video is in his mid-20s. Andy confirms it in the podcast. He also says the same thing that others that were there that day said, the "kid" was not so innocent in the whole ordeal.

Ali from Cosmic Demise take viewers to this fashion runway art show at the Rose Room in Venice. The show is a collab for his clothing brand Cosmic Demise, the Venice based swimwear brand Sandborn Swim, and the Graveyard Garage clothing brand.

The fashion show portion of the video starts at the 17:10 time mark.

Come explore our LA coasts Sunday morning! The rocky shoreline of Sunset Point always has trash tucked away that needs to be tossed. Lend a hand on 8/28 to leave the beach cleaner than you found it.
Sun, Aug 28, 2022
10:00AM-12:00PM PDT

Sunset Surf Spot

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Mike, aka German in Venice, vlogs about daily life in Venice Beach, and the nearby communities.

"Today was the annual Hari Krishna Festival Of The Chariots on the Venice Beach Boardwalk. Thousands of people showed up in colorfull clothes chanting, dancing, and having a good time. Even if you’re not a Hari Krishna, it is a must see experience. A lot of energy, people dancing, good food, and entertainment. I had a great time."

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