Crime
Stay informed about public safety in Santa Monica through our responsible crime reporting coverage. We provide timely updates on significant incidents, police activity, and community safety initiatives in partnership with the Santa Monica Police Department. Our balanced reporting includes crime statistics, safety alerts, neighborhood watch updates, and positive community policing efforts. Follow important developments in public safety, crime prevention programs, and law enforcement initiatives that affect our community. Whether tracking local safety trends or staying informed about your neighborhood, rely on Santa Monica Daily Press for accurate, contextualized coverage of public safety matters.
Local Good Samaritans foil carjacking
NORTH OF MONTANA — Polly Wilson was enjoying a late-night stroll in Palisades Park with her friend Ashley Olson and their...
Read moreSM officers honored for busting drunks
PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY — The thought of his 1-year-old son being harmed in a drunk driving accident pushes Santa Monica...
Read moreAlleged auto burglars busted
Crime Watch is a weekly series culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only....
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Virgin Mary statue found without head
CALIFORNIA AVE. — Santa Monica Police are investigating an alleged hate crime after officials with St. Monica Catholic Church discovered...
Read moreSMC assault suspect pleads not guilty
AIRPORT COURTHOUSE — A Malibu man accused of sexually assaulting a Santa Monica College student in the campus library pleaded...
Read moreCops nab couch potato
Crime Watch is a weekly series culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only....
Read moreSM police nab sexual assault suspect
PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY — Police have a suspect in custody who they believe sexually assaulted a Santa Monica College student...
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Electric car enthusiast faces several charges
AIRPORT COURTHOUSE — A Santa Monica resident and electric car enthusiast is expected to be arraigned here today on charges...
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PUBLIC SAFETY FACILITY PCH crash the result of hit-and-run Police believe the driver of a black SUV is responsible for...
Read moreExpo board in favor of Colorado alignment
DOWNTOWN L.A. — Officials with the Exposition Construction Authority on Thursday got the green light from its board of directors...
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