Unprovoked Triple Stabbing Suspect Arrested In Santa Monica: Police

One person was arrested after stabbing three people in Downtown Santa Monica Sunday, police said.

Bomb Squad Responds To Downtown Santa Monica Sunday Afternoon

The incident led to street closures and building evacuations in Downtown Santa Monica Sunday afternoon, police said.

Man Accused Of Dragging Beach Jogger By The Hair Pleads Not Guilty

A homeless parolee is accused of attempting to rape a woman who was jogging on a Santa Monica beach path Monday morning.

Beach Jogger Escapes Rape Attempt After Bystanders Intervene: Police

A homeless parolee was arrested after attempting to rape a woman out for a morning jog in Santa Monica, police said.

2 Arrested For String Of Gas-Station Purse Thefts: Police

Two men are accused of driving between gas stations one afternoon and stealing from cars that were parked at gas pumps, police said.

Man's Makeshift BBQ Pit — Shopping Cart And Sword — Lands Him In Cuffs

Stocked with Bud Light, meats and a sword, it turns out one man's attempt at a beachside barbecue on wheels ran afoul of the law.

Bus Driver Attacked By Man Who Broke Through Glass Door: Reports

The early-morning attack occurred when the out-of-service bus was parked in downtown Santa Monica, according to reports.

Suspect In 'Heinous' Westside Sexual Assaults Arrested: DA

Investigators believe a 29-year-old man approached women from behind, knocked them unconscious and sexually assaulted them.

$23K In Merchandise Stolen In Organized Retail Theft In Santa Monica

Police arrested three suspects believed to be connected to a robbery where more than $23,000 worth of perfume was stolen.

Lyft Driver Arrested In Sexual Assault Of Passenger In Santa Monica

According to police, a Lyft driver sexually assaulted a woman when she fell asleep in his car on the drive from West Hollywood.

Brick Thrower Faces 11 Felony Charges After Santa Monica Vandalism: DA

A woman accused of throwing bricks at random cars in Santa Monica in recent months is being held on $120,000 bail.

Homeless Man Assaults Santa Monica Lifeguard With Metal Rod: Police

The man ran for the bluffs above PCH after the assault, prompting officers to shut down the road during a 90-minute standoff, police said.

Violent Santa Monica Rapist's Sentence Reduced After Court Ruling

The man was convicted of breaking into a Santa Monica woman's apartment and sexually assaulting her in a 45-minute attack.

Antisemitic Graffiti Found Throughout Santa Monica: Police

Police are investigating a recent rise in reports of antisemitic graffiti found throughout the city, according to the SMPD.

Serial Sex Assault Suspect Who Targeted Homeless Women Sentenced

A man who sexually assaulted homeless women in LA and Santa Monica was sentenced to eight years in prison, police said.

Fatal Crash In Santa Monica Shuts Down Major Intersection

One person was killed in a crash early Monday morning in Santa Monica, according to police.

Man Charged With Child Abuse After Santa Monica, Venice Attacks: DA

The man accused of attacking a 7-year-old girl on a Santa Monica street pleaded not guilt to child abuse charges, according to the DA.

Santa Monica Man Groomed Girls As 'Sex Slaves' For Other Men: FBI

A Santa Monica man is accused of grooming girls for prostitution as part of his so-called "sex slave training program," the FBI said.

Santa Monica Police Search For Man Who Sexually Assaulted Woman: SMPD

The woman was sexually assaulted while she was waiting for a ride on the street earlier this month, police said.

Man Who Attacked 6-Year-Old On Santa Monica Street Arrested: SMPD

The man suspected of Sunday's attack was later arrested following another incident in Venice, police said.

6-Year-Old Attacked By 'Erratic' Man At Santa Monica Bus Stop: Police

The young girl, who was on vacation in LA with her family, was attacked on the street as she ate ice cream, according to reports.

Santa Monica Police Plan Traffic-Violation Crackdown

Police will be on the lookout this week for violations committed by motorists, cyclists and pedestrians alike.

Woman Awakens To Home Invader Masturbating Next To Her Bed: SMPD

The homeless man was arrested on a charge of attempted rape hours after the late-night Santa Monica break in, police said.

DUI Checkpoint Planned In Santa Monica This Week

The Santa Monica Police Department is planning a DUI checkpoint to crack down on impaired driving this week.

7 Businesses Hit In Early-Morning Westside Burglary Spree: LAPD

Three people are in custody after a burglary spree on the Westside early Tuesday morning, according to police.

Santa Monica Saw Uptick In Crime In 2023: Crime Stats

The Police Department's annual report showed an uptick in crime last year. View the complete presentation.

5 Teens' Robbery Attempt Thwarted By Police: SMPD

A group of teens were arrested after attempting to break into a luxury consignment shop near Brentwood Country Mart, police said.

Bomb Threat Closes Santa Monica Pier Tuesday Morning

The Santa Monica Pier was shut down Tuesday morning after a bomb threat, according to police.

Santa Monica Home Invasion Rapist To Get Sentence Reduced

A state appeals court panel ordered a new sentencing hearing for a man who was convicted of forcible rape in Santa Monica in 2018.

Charges Filed Against Santa Monica Shooting Murder Suspect

The District Attorney filed charges for the Santa Monica murder and two additional crimes committed in LA, authorities said.

Man Killed In Santa Monica Shooting, Suspect Arrested

Santa Monica police located and arrested a woman in connection to a shooting that happened Thursday Morning.

Shooting Suspect At Large In Santa Monica, Victim Hospitalized

Police are searching for one or more suspects in Santa Monica following a shooting Thursday morning.

Homeless Pedestrian Struck, Killed In Santa Monica

Police said the woman was pushing a cart in the roadway when the vehicle struck her.

Santa Monica Man Stabbed In Head On Christmas Eve

The man sustained serious injuries to his face as well as stab wounds on his forehead, neck and back according to Santa Monica police.

Bacteria Warning Issued In Santa Monica Due To Heavy Rainfall

Public Health officials cautioned residents against swimming at local beaches for at least 72 hours after rainfall.

Menorah Vandalized In Santa Monica

An unknown suspect caused thousands of dollars of damage to the menorah in the Montana neighborhood, police said.

Homeless Strangling Victim Pleads For Help From Santa Monica Officers

A homeless man was arrested on suspicion of attempting to strangle another homeless man to death at Palisades Park, SMPD said.

2 Mystery ICU Patients IDs Sought: Santa Monica Hospital

Providence Saint John's Health Center sought the public's help on Tuesday to identify two patients in the intensive care unit.

Genetic Testing Company Presented False Reviews, FTC Alleges

The Santa Monica-based genetics testing company was ordered to pay $700,000 in civil penalties for using misleading marketing practices.

Safe Stolen From Santa Monica Home, 2 Suspects Arrested

Two suspects were arrested in connection to a home robbery in Santa Monica on Tuesday, according to the Santa Monica Police Department.