Santa Monica Police Department
Recent News About Santa Monica Police Department
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Theft Suspects In Custody – Looking For Additional Victims
Theft Suspects In Custody – Looking For Additional Victims
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Sexual Assault Suspect - Charges Filed
Sexual Assault Suspect - Charges Filed
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Assault Suspect in Custody
Assault Suspect in Custody
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Consumer Alert
Consumer Alert
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Congrats Officer Arana for receiving the Homer L. Garrott Community Service Award!
Congrats Officer Arana for receiving the Homer L. Garrott Community Service Award!
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Felony Assault Seeking Public Assistance
The Santa Monica Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division (CID) Detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying and apprehending the suspect(s) involved in a felony assault incident that occurred in January of 2023.
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Now Hiring - Traffic Services Officers
Now Hiring - Traffic Services Officers
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Are you interested in learning more about your Santa Monica Police Department?
Are you interested in learning more about your Santa Monica Police Department?
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Statement From Chief Batista
The Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) would like to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Tyre Nichols and the entire Memphis community.
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Bike & Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Operation
The Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) will conduct a Bike & Pedestrian Safety Enforcement Operation with focused enforcement efforts on primary collision factors involving motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists.
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Homicide Suspect Arrested
On November 2, 2022, at approximately 2:43 PM, Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) Officers were dispatched to the Lot 1 North Parking Lot at 1550 Pacific Coast Highway to check the status of a male inside a vehicle that appeared to be deceased
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Residential Burglary Arrest
On January 17, 2023, at approximately 8:33 PM, Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) Officers were dispatched to a Burglary Alarm call at a residence in the 500 block of Marguerita Ave
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DUI / Convict in Possession of a Gun Arrest
On January 8, 2023, at approximately 10:00 PM, Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) personnel observed a man passed out at his wheel in a car with the engine running and blocking the street at 5th and Wilshire.
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FREE catalytic converter etching event
The Santa Monica Police Department is partnering with local businesses to host a FREE catalytic converter etching event where vehicle license plate numbers will be etched onto the heat shield of catalytic converters.
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Sobriety / Driver's License Checkpoint December 30th
The Santa Monica Police Department’s Traffic Unit will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint on December 30, 2022, from 6:00 PM to 3:00 AM at an undisclosed location within the city limits.
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Gift Cards are for Gifts. Not Payments.
Every year, thousands of people become victims of holiday scams. Scammers can rob you of hard-earned money, personal information, and, at the very least, a festive mood. Let's talk gift cards.
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Increased Patrol
The holiday season is a very special and important time for many and while you endeavor to spend time with family and friends, the Santa Monica Police Department continues its efforts to keep our entire community safe.
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Catalytic Converter Theft Arrest
On December 9, 2022, at approximately 2:10 AM, SMPD officers responded to the 2200 block of 22nd Street regarding a Grand Theft Just Occurred radio call.
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Tips to Avoid Holiday Package Theft
With more and more people doing their shopping online, packages delivered to your doorstep continue to be a prime target for theft. To help ensure safe delivery of your packages and keep them out of the hands of thieves, follow these important security tips:
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Update: Arrest of Armed Barricaded Subject
On 11-29-2022, at approximately 12:29 PM, SMPD officers responded to a multifamily apartment building in the 2500 block of Kansas Avenue regarding a potential suicidal subject. Officers were unable to locate the individual at that time.