A man was stabbed on Saturday afternoon near Lifeguard Tower 14 during a beachfront brawl.
According to the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD), officers responded to the area north of the pier at about 2:21pm.
“It was reported that one of the people involved in the fight was stabbed,” said a statement from SMPD. “Our drone was first on-scene and confirmed an active fight. Additional responding officers arrived shortly after and intervened. Officers located a victim suffering from a non-life-threatening stab wound. An additional victim suffered a possible broken ankle during the altercation. Both victims were transported to local hospitals for treatment.”
Five male suspects were arrested. Three were charged with assault with a deadly weapon, one with battery and the last for sexual battery.
SMPD said the incident was under investigation and no additional details were available.
Anyone with information about this incident can contact the Watch Commander at 310-458-8427 or Non-Emergency Dispatch at 310-458-8491.
matt@smdp.com