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At approximately 10:30p.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026, Santa Monica Police Department officers responded to a report of a shooting near the intersection of 4th Street and Olympic Drive.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. Personnel rendered aid until relieved by Santa Monica Fire Department personnel. The individual was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
The victim’s identification is being withheld pending notification of next of kin and confirmation by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Preliminary information indicates the incident involved an altercation between occupants of two vehicles prior to the shooting. During the confrontation, a suspect produced a firearm and discharged at least one round, striking the victim. The suspect or suspects fled the area prior to officers’ arrival.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Santa Monica Police Department Criminal Investigations Division Sergeant Shaun Cooney at Shaun.Cooney@santamonica.gov or 310-458-8401 ext 2249; or the Watch Commander 24 hours a day at 310-458-8427.
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