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CBS News
13 hours ago
- CBS News
Suspect in shooting of Santa Monica officer and two teens charged with attempted murder
The 31-year-old man arrested for allegedly shooting a Santa Monica police officer and two teens in a Waymo this week now faces three counts of attempted murder. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said suspect David John Hairston also faces four more charges for the shootings. If Hairston is convicted as charged, he faces a maximum sentence of 104 years to life in state prison. The first shooting happened on June 22 at roughly 11:30 p.m. in Santa Monica. Prosecutors said Hairston ran up to the self-driving Waymo when it stopped at the intersection of 2nd Street and Broadway. He allegedly shot both of the teens and ran away. The two victims, 14 and 16 years old, sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Three days later, Officer Lucas Palmeira from the Santa Monica Police Department recognized Hairston from a wanted bulletin connected to the June 22 shooting and approached the suspect. Hairston allegedly opened fire when Palmeira moved closer and ran away. A bullet pierced through Palmeria's hand. The suspect who allegedly opened fire on a Santa Monica police officer is also accused of wounding two juveniles Sunday night. SMPD "Our hearts go out to Officer Palmeira and the two young victims and their families who were senselessly targeted during these attacks," Hochman said. "Violence in our community — especially against our children and those who risk their lives to protect us — is unacceptable. We are committed to holding the suspect accountable." Police from multiple departments, including the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, spent hours searching for Hairston until they received a tip that he was in Palisades Park. "I want to thank all of our residents who called us and gave us information about the whereabouts of this suspect," Chief Ramon Batista said on Wednesday. "They were ultimately our best partners in determining where he was." The court ordered a competency hearing after Hairston's attorney raised concerns about his state of mind during his arraignment on Friday. The competency hearing was scheduled for July 14. Hairston will remain in custody in lieu of a $4 million bail.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Man arrested after officer pursuing suspect 'ambushed' at Santa Monica mall
June 25 (UPI) -- Police in Santa Monica, Calif., captured a suspect wanted in shooting two teens in a vehicle on Sunday and an officer injured while pursuing him at an outdoor shopping mall in Southern California on Wednesday. Police said the unnamed man was arrested about three hours after the incident at the shopping mall. UPDATE: SUSPECT IN CUSTODY The suspect involved in today's shooting of an SMPD officer has been arrested. He has also been confirmed as the individual wanted in connection with the recent Waymo vehicle shooting. We're grateful for the support of our regional partners and the... Santa Monica Police (@SantaMonicaPD) June 26, 2025 The officer recognized the alleged shooter from a wanted bulletin for a shooting incident involving a Waymo autonomous vehicle, police said. "After identifying himself as a police officer, a short foot pursuit ensued, where the officer was ambushed," Santa Monica Police Chief Ramon Batista said at a news briefing about the incident that occurred at 1:10 p.m. PDT. "The suspect fired multiple rounds at the officer and fled the area on foot." Fellow officers "quickly rendered aid" and he was taken to a local hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Police released photos of the suspect in his 30s, who was last seen wearing a dark-colored jacket and black pants. They asked anyone who recognizes or sees him to call 911. ✅ Santa Monica Place has been cleared. The suspect remains at large. See photo below. Description: Male, Black, Approximate age: 30s Wearing a dark-colored jacket and black pants If you recognize this individual or see someone matching this description, do not... Santa Monica Police (@SantaMonicaPD) June 25, 2025 They received a tip from someone who reported seeing a person matching the suspect's description. After a short foot pursuit, the suspect was arrested at 4:20 p.m. at Palisades Park about 6 miles from the mall, the chief said. Officers recovered the handgun near the suspect, according to Batista. The police chief said he has been linked to both incidents. "We are almost 100% accurate in believing that it's the same individual," Batista said. The teens suffered non-life-threatening injuries in the shooting, which occurred after an argument, police said. The suspect was considered armed and dangerous. "We are fortunate that within a short amount of time, we were able to apprehend the individual and he is no longer on the street," Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete said at the briefing. The 3rd Street Promenade, which is near the pier, was cleared around 3 p.m. The mall is 16 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. The public was being asked to avoid the area during the ongoing investigation. The shopping, dining and entertainment complex, which is three blocks in the downtown area, opened in 1965. It includes the upscale Santa Monica Place, which is home to more than 80 retailers, according to the city's visitation website.
CBS News
5 days ago
- CBS News
2 people injured during shooting involving Waymo in Santa Monica
Two people were injured after a Waymo was shot at multiple times in Santa Monica Sunday night. The Santa Monica Police Department said they received a call around 11:30 p.m. about a shooting near Second Street and Broadway. When officers arrived, they found two people who had been struck by gunfire. The individuals were taken to the hospital and their conditions remain unknown. A spokesperson for Waymo said a rider was shot while the car was stopped at the intersection. "Police arrived at the scene within moments and the rider was transported to a nearby hospital. We are coordinating with the authorities and their ongoing investigation," the spokesperson said. Police said the alleged suspect fled and is still outstanding. It is unknown what led to the shooting. A CBS Los Angeles photographer captured images of the Waymo with multiple bullet holes before it was towed from the scene.
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Yahoo
Woman, 84, dragged into alley and assaulted, Santa Monica police say; Long Beach man arrested
A man has been arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting an 84-year-old Santa Monica woman. In the incident earlier this month, the woman was heard screaming for help after the 39-year-old man dragged her into an alley, Santa Monica police said Tuesday. Police responded at about 9:30 p.m. June 5 to the cries of the woman near the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and 6th Street, the police statement said. "Upon arrival, officers located an 84-year-old Santa Monica resident who appeared to be in distress," police said. "The victim reported that she was approached and grabbed from behind by a male suspect who then dragged her into a nearby alley and attempted to sexually assault her." The department said there were multiple witnesses at the scene who backed up the woman's statement and told officers the suspect fled to the north. Police were able to find and detain the suspect at 5th Street and California Avenue. The suspect, Pape Tall of Long Beach, has been charged by the Los Angeles County district attorney's office with felony counts, including assault with intent to commit rape and kidnapping with intent to commit rape, police said. Tall was charged on June 9. He is being held at Men's Central Jail in downtown Los Angeles without bail. His next court date is scheduled for July 9 at the Airport Courthouse near Los Angeles International Airport. Santa Monica police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact Det. Maricela Orta at (310) 458-2293 ( Sgt. Chad Goodwin at (310) 458-8931, or the watch commander's desk at (310) 458-8427. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
CBS News
20-05-2025
- CBS News
Store owner shoots alleged robber in Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade
An owner of a sneaker store in Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade shot and killed an alleged robber Sunday night. The Santa Monica Police Department said the deadly encounter happened during an after-hours private shopping session with a customer at Sole and Laces. Minutes after the appointment began, a second man barged through the back door. Police said the suspect "assaulted the business owner with some kind of chemical irritant," before a struggle ensued. "The business owner, who was in possession of a legally-owned firearm, defended himself and shot one of the individuals inside," Lt. Lewis Gilmour said. Paramedics took the suspect to the hospital where he later died. Officers got to the scene within two minutes after the 911 call. Police believe it is an isolated incident. The store owner was unharmed. "The shop owner is shaken up," said John Alle, the owner of the building. "He took care of things and defended himself, and his life and his family, by using his gun." Police said crime like aggravated assaults are down while thefts at business have been on the rise. Alle said the numbers don't tell the whole story. "A lot of retailers are just giving up," Alle said. "If they report the crimes and the theft, they'll lose their insurance." Police also arrested the man who set up the shopping session, beleiving he set up the botched robbery.
