CRIME WATCH
Access detailed daily incident reports through our Crime Watch Blotter, compiled in partnership with the Santa Monica Police Department. This regularly updated section provides a chronological record of police activity, incident reports, and public safety notifications throughout Santa Monica's neighborhoods. Our blotter includes verified information about reported incidents, arrests, and community alerts. Each entry includes essential details such as time, location, and nature of incidents, helping residents stay informed about public safety in their area. Follow the official record of local law enforcement activity through Santa Monica Daily Press's factual, timely reporting.
Crime Watch: balcony blitz
On Friday, December 1 at approximately 8 p.m Santa Monica Police Department officers responded to the 1000 block of 3rd...
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Two arrests over court order violations
On October 30th, 2023 at approximately 7:49 pm, officers from the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) observed 57-year-old Richard Garcia...
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Homophobic attack results in arrest
According to the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD), on October 30th, 2023, at approximately 6:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to...
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Assault results in citation for battery
On October 30th, 2023 at approximately 6:50 pm, officers from the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) responded to a battery...
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Crime Watch: Unwelcome guest
On September 21 SMPD officers responded to the Casa Del Mar Hotel for a guest that was refusing to leave....
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Crime Watch: bad luck
On Friday, September 22, at 2:43 pm Officers responded to Parking Structure 5 near the 1400 block of 4th Street...
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Crime Watch: Bus beating
On September 23, 2023 at approximately 11:50 am Officers responded to the 400 block of Santa Monica Blvd. Thirty-nine year...
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Crime Watch: Bike bust
On September 24: SMPD officers arrested Luis Diaz, a 24-year-old male from Los Angeles for riding a bike while under...
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Crime Watch: Self snitching
On September 23 Officers responded to the 1500 block of 2nd Street. The reporting party stated an individual, later identified...
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Crime Watch: Puppy puncher
On Sunday, September 24 At approximately 3 pm, SMPD officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Palisades Park regarding...
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