Crime
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Update: Arson suspected in Samohi fire
SAMOHI — Firefighters and a hazardous materials truck responded to an arson fire at Santa Monica High School’s south gym...
Read moreCrime watch: Aggressive panhandler tased after alleged attack with screw
Crime Watch is a weekly series culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only....
Read moreSanta Monica attorney pleads guilty to tax fraud
DOWNTOWN — A Santa Monica attorney specializing in estate planning pleaded guilty this week to filing false tax returns in...
Read moreSanta Monica to get own children’s social worker
PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY — In an effort to minimize trauma to children and help place them in safe, nurturing environments...
Read moreSanta Monica police help dismantle car theft ring
PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY — Parts of actor John Travolta’s older-model Mercedes were recovered after Santa Monica police officers helped shut...
Read moreBrawl breaks out at Samohi after close game
SAMOHI — A fight broke out between Santa Monica High School basketball fans and supporters of the opposing team after...
Read moreCrime watch: Disposing of the evidence
Crime Watch is a weekly series culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only....
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Suspects in brutal beating plead not guilty
AIRPORT COURTHOUSE — Two Arizona men arrested in connection with the brutal beating of a Santa Monica resident in September...
Read moreCrime watch: Teens busted for allegedly trying to steal baby formula
Crime Watch is a weekly series culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only....
Read moreFights break out at Samohi
SAMOHI — A series of fights involving students from Santa Monica High School has resulted in suspensions and a stepped-up...
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