City of Santa Monica, CA
10/17/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/17/2024 17:48
October 16th Stabbing Near 5th and Broadway
October 17, 2024 4:39 PM
Santa Monica - On Wednesday, October 16th at approximately 7:00pm, Santa Monica Police Officers responded to the area of 5th Court and Broadway for an individual in need of medical assistance. Upon arrival, officers located a homeless male with a stab wound. The Santa Monica Fire Department responded and transported the individual to a local area hospital for treatment. He remains in serious, but stable condition.
The suspect in this incident is described as male, Black, approximately 20-25 years old with dreadlocks, with a very distinctive "FTP" tattoo on his face.
SMPD Detectives continue to search for surrounding security camera footage of the incident and are asking for the community to contact the Watch Commander (310-458-8426) should you have any information that may assist in identifying the suspect.
This incident marks another unacceptable crime in the City of Santa Monica that involves the intersection of complex societal issues of homelessness, substance abuse, and dangerous weapons.
Public safety is our top priority. Our officers are committed to addressing the problems by focusing on the root causes of crime in this area and to preemptively thwart any potential future incidents. Moreover, our officers will increase their presence, building stronger bonds with the residents and business owners while collaborating with neighboring law enforcement agencies to identify those responsible. We are proactive in the effort to prevent further incidents.
You will read more about the efforts of our Directed Action Response Team (DART), newly re-established Crime Impact Team (CIT), Drone As a First Responder (DFR), and our increased patrol presence in the weekly recap published on our website as we use all resources at our disposal.
We understand these incidents affects all of us. We ask that you continue to engage with us by reporting suspicious activities via our 24/7 Dispatcher (310.458.8491), working with our Neighborhood Resource Officers and Community Affairs Unit (310.458.8474), and looking out for each other as neighbors.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued trust.
General Information
Date of Incident: Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 7:00PM
Type of Incident: Stabbing
Location: 5th Court and Broadway
Suspect: Male, Black, 20-25 years old, dreadlocks, "FTP" tattoo on his face; Housing status unknown
Victim: Male, Unhoused
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Media Contact
Jose Rodriguez
Santa Monica Police Sergeant
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Myesha Morrison
Public Information Coordinator
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