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: Man steals soda and punches store employee
On Oct. 17, 2019 at 7:50 a.m., officers were called to the area of 1550 Ocean Ave. for an estes...
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Crime Watch: Say it, don’t spray it
On Oct. 17 at 10:25 a.m., officers responded to the area of 4th and Olympic for an assault call. Upo
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Crime Watch – Stealing packages
On May 25 at 2 a.m., suspects were seen going into an apartment complex in the 400 block of San...
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Crime Watch – A $5,000 beer
On October 7, at 2:25 p.m. Officers were called to the Rite Aid located in the 2400 block of Pico...
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Crime Watch – He’s a biter
On October 8, at 2:20 p.m. Officers responded to the Apple Store located in the 1400 block of the 3r
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Crime Watch – The library is not clothing optional
On October 10 at 11 a.m. Officers were called to the Santa Monica Library because a woman was dancin
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Crime Watch – Bus’ted
On October 10, at 11 a.m. Officers responded to the area of 20th and Pico for an assault on a...
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Crime Watch – Scooting while drunk
On September 29, at 7 p.m. Officers were sent to the area of Main St and Ocean Park for a...
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Crime Watch – Real trouble with false ID
On October 2 at 7 p.m. Officers were conducting a periodic check in the area of 1500 block of 4th...
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Crime Watch – Man steals from police station
On September 26, a contractor was doing work inside the Santa Monica Police Station when the install
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