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» Crime Watch January 26, 2007
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 01/26/2007 | Crime Watch | Rating:
Monday, Jan. 15, at 2 p.m.
Santa Monica police officers responded to the 2100 block of Virginia Avenue regarding a disturbance.

Sunday, Jan. 14, at 10 p.m.
Officers responded to the 2300 block of Broadway regarding an assault with a deadly weapon.

Monday, Jan. 15, at 2:45
Officers in the 1700 block of 20th Street noticed a vehicle that was missing its front license plate.

Sunday, Jan. 21, at 4 a.m.
Officers walking in the 1400 block of the Third Street Promenade saw a man sitting on a bench looking suspicious.

Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 5:15 a.m.
Officers on routine patrol in the 1900 block of Pico Boulevard observed two men at a gas station using a blowtorch on a machine used to dispense air and water for cars.

Tuesday, Jan. 16, at 1:25 a.m.
Officers conducting a traffic stop at the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Temescal Canyon arrested the driver for possession of cocaine.
» Crime Watch January 19, 207
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 01/19/2007 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Monday, Jan. 8, at 12:25 a.m.
A man with cuts on his face made contact with Santa Monica Police officers patrolling the Santa Monica Pier, and told them that he had just been attacked while walking along the beach near lifeguard tower 12.

Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 6:15 p.m.
Police officers responded to the 1600 block of Ocean Front Walk regarding a bike theft.

Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 8:40 p.m.
Officers responded to an apartment building in the 1500 block of Princeton Street regarding a fight in progress.

Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 11:15 p.m.
Officers responded to the 2200 block of Ocean Avenue regarding a man who was removing items out of the back of a pickup truck.

Saturday, Jan. 13, at 1:30 a.m.
Officers responded to the 2900 block of Main Street — Circle Bar — to assist Los Angeles Police Department officers who were investigating a report of an assault.

Thursday, Jan. 11, at 11 p.m.
Officers responded to the 2800 block of Third Street regarding a report of an assault in progress.

Sunday, Jan. 14, at 2:15 p.m.
Officers responded to the 1550 beach parking lot regarding a robbery in progress.
» Crime Watch January 12, 2007
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 01/12/2007 | Crime Watch | Rating:
Wednesday, Jan. 3, at 1:30 p.m. Santa Monica police officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Macy’s — regarding an employee in custody for stealing money from registers.

Tuesday, Jan. 2, at 11 a.m. Officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Macy’s — regarding a shoplifting suspect in custody.

Thursday, Jan. 4, at 1:15 a.m. Officers on routine patrol in the 2700 block of Lincoln Boulevard observed a woman standing in the middle of the street.

Friday, Jan. 5, at 9 p.m. Officers responded to the 1200 block of Stanford Street regarding a suspicious person.

Sunday, Jan. 7, at 3:15 p.m. Officers responded to the 100 block of Alta Avenue regarding a report of an armed robbery.

Friday, Jan. 5, at 7:15 a.m. Officers responded to the 1700 block of 11th Street regarding a report of a stolen car.
» Crime Watch January 5, 2007
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 01/5/2007 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Monday, Jan. 1, at 12:15 p.m.
Santa Monica police officers patrolling the 1800 block of Wilshire Boulevard observed a man walking down the street tearing up newspapers and throwing them at the doorsteps of nearby businesses.

Sunday, Dec. 31, at 9:50 p.m.
Officers responded to the 2600 block of Lincoln Boulevard — Albertsons — after receiving a call about a fight in a parking lot.

Saturday, Dec. 30
Police responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Macy’s — regarding a shoplifting suspect in custody.

Friday, Dec. 29, at 6 p.m.
An undercover police officer with the vice unit conducted a sting operation in the 2600 block of Santa Monica Boulevard — Mimiko Massage — after receiving reports that the establishment was a house of prostitution.

Friday, Dec. 29, at 7:30 p.m.
Officers responded to the 1200 block of the Third Street Promenade — the Apple store — regarding a report that two men had entered the store and allegedly tried to use a fraudulent credit card to purchase items at the store.

On Thursday, Dec. 28, at 7:10 p.m.
Officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Macy’s — regarding a shoplifting suspect in custody.

On Wednesday, Dec. 27, at 12:05 a.m.
Officers responded to the 200 block of Colorado Avenue after receiving a call from a Big Blue Bus driver about a woman who was struggling with another woman near the Santa Monica Place mall.
» Crime Watch December 29, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 12/29/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Sunday, Dec. 24 at 7:25 p.m.
Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1700 block of Ocean Park Boulevard regarding a report of two people involved in a lewd act.

On Sunday, Dec. 24 at 9:45 p.m.
Officers responded to the corner of Third Street and Wilshire Boulevard regarding a report of a strong arm robbery that had just occurred.

Saturday, Dec. 23 at 5:20 p.m.
Officers on routine patrol in the 1200 block of Wilshire Boulevard saw a man riding a bicycle on the sidewalk and without a light in violation of the municipal and vehicle code.

Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 10:15 p.m.
Officers responded to an apartment complex in the 1000 block of Second Street regarding a family disturbance.

Thursday, Dec. 21 at 3 p.m.
Officers responded to the 2600 of Main Street — ZJ Boarding House — regarding a report of shoplifting.

Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 1 a.m.
Officers responded to the 1800 block of Seventh Street after receiving a call from Los Angeles police officers about a rape that allegedly occurred at that location.

Tuesday, Dec. 19 at 3:25 p.m.
Officers responded to the 200 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding a theft in progress at a commercial office building.
» Crime Watch December 22, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 12/22/2006 | Crime Watch | Rating:
Sunday, Dec. 10, at 11:35 p.m.
Santa Monica Police officers patrolling the Santa Monica Pier heard a woman screaming for help from a bathroom.

Saturday, Dec. 16, at 5:05 a.m.
Officers patrolling the beach parking lot in the 1400 block of Pacific Coast Highway noticed a car with expired tags and illegal tint leaving the area.

Thursday, Dec. 14, at 8 p.m.
Officers responded to the 1400 block of Santa Monica Boulevard regarding a report of an assault in progress on a Big Blue Bus.

On Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 3:30 p.m.
Officers patrolling the Third Street Promenade were flagged down by a customer at the hat store Lids.

On Tuesday, Dec. 12, at 12:35 p.m.
Officers responded to the 800 block of Hill Street to assist paramedics who were trying to revive a woman passed out in her car.

On Monday, Dec. 11, at 12:15 p.m.
Officers responded to the 2400 block of Main Street — Uroborus Mode Gallerie — regarding a report of shoplifting.

Sunday, Dec. 10, at 8:20 p.m.
Officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Macy’s — regarding a report of shoplifting.
» Crime Watch December 15, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 12/15/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Saturday, Dec. 9, at 6:40 a.m.
Officers responded to the 1200 block of Pico Boulevard for a report of auto burglary. A man had heard a strange noise outside his home and discovered the suspect breaking into his car.

Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 10:55 p.m.
Santa Monica Police Officers responded to 432 Wilshire Blvd. — Chevron Gas Station — for a report of a man acting irrational and refusing to leave private property.

Friday, Dec. 8, at 6:45 p.m.
Officers responded to a report of strong arm robbery at the 1400 block of Fourth Street.
» Crime Watch December 8, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 12/8/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Wednesday, Nov. 29, at 8:50 a.m.
Santa Monica police officers responded to the 1100 block of Pico Boulevard — Holiday Motel — regarding a report of vandalism. When officers arrived, they spoke to the hotel manager who said a woman had rented a room and had broken the television, a lamp and had spilled candle wax all over the walls and the carpet.

Sunday Nov. 26, at 6:55 p.m.
Officers responded to the 2600 block of Lincoln Boulevard — Albertsons — regarding a report of a burglary in progress.

Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 11:30 p.m.
Officers on routine patrol in the 2600 block of Lincoln Boulevard spotted employees of Albertsons chasing two subjects through the store’s parking lot.

Wednesday, Nov. 29, at 9 p.m.
Officers responded to the 2800 block of Exposition Boulevard regarding a report of a residential burglary.

Saturday, Dec. 2, at 1 a.m.
Officers on routine patrol observed a suspect in the 1600 block of Wilshire Boulevard holding a can of spray-paint.
» Crime Watch December 1, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 12/1/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Saturday, Nov. 25, at 11:40 p.m.
Officers responded to the 1500 block of Fourth Street — the parking structure at the Ken Edwards Center — for a report of robbery.

Thursday, Nov. 23, at 6 p.m.
Officers responded to the 2600 block of Ocean Front Walk regarding a petty theft investigation.

Wednesday, Nov. 22, at 9 p.m.
Officers responded to the 1800 block of 22nd Street regarding a report that a man had threatened to commit a crime.

Wednesday, Nov. 22, at 1:20 p.m.
Officers responded to a report of assault with a deadly weapon at the 2800 block of Pico Boulevard — Joker Bar — for a report of a fight between a patron and a bartender.

Tuesday, Nov. 21 at 2:55 P.M.
Santa Monica Police Officers responded to the 1300 block of Third Street Promenade — health and beauty store Sephora — for a report of a man caught stealing merchandise.
» Crime Watch November 24, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 11/24/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Monday, Nov. 20 at 8 p.m.
Santa Monica police responded to the 1200 block of the Third Street Promenade — Victoria’s Secret — regarding a man masturbating in a dressing room.

Sunday, Nov. 19 at 5 p.m.
Officers responded to the 300 block of Santa Monica Boulevard — Bay Cities Beauty Supply — regarding a report of shoplifting.

Saturday, Nov. 18 at 9:30 p.m.
Officers responded to the 200 block of Cloverfield Boulevard regarding an assault that had just occurred.

Thursday, Nov. 16 at 3 p.m.
Officers from the narcotics division responded to the 1500 block of Yale Street regarding a report of drug activity in the area.

Monday, Nov. 13 at 6:50 p.m.
Officers responded to the 300 block of Broadway — Macy’s — regarding a shoplifting suspect in custody.

Monday Nov. 13 at 9:30 p.m.
Officers responded to the corner of Third Street and Santa Monica Boulevard regarding a report of an assault in progress.
» Crime Watch November 17, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 11/17/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Santa Monica police officers responded to the 2600 block of Main Street — ZJ Boarding House — regarding a report of two suspects seen throwing a metal pipe through the business’ front window and leaving with several skateboards.

Officers responded to the 2900 block of Main Street regarding a report of a man who had kicked over a cement trash can, which shattered into several pieces.

Officers responded to the 500 block of Wilshire Boulevard — Renee’s — regarding a suspect who had ordered $42 worth of food and drinks, but did not have the money to pay for it.

Officers responded to the 1300 block of Franklin Avenue regarding a report of a man urinating in public.

Officers responded to Santa Monica College regarding a suspect who was in custody for stealing a cell phone.

Officers responded to the 2200 block of Lincoln Boulevard regarding a report of an assault.

Officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Macy’s — regarding a shoplifting suspect in custody.
» Crime Watch November 10, 2006
By Maya Li Meinert | Published 11/10/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Santa Monica police responded to a residence in the 600 block of Raymond Avenue regarding a burglary.

Officers responded to 631 Wilshire Boulevard — a Sprint store — regarding a subject who had thrown and broken items that were on display inside the store.

Officers responded to the 500 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding a subject fighting with firefighters who were attempting to treat him for injuries he had sustained while riding a bus.

Officers responded to an apartment complex in the 1300 block of 14th Street regarding a burglary.

Officers responded to ZJ Boarding House at 2619 Main Street regarding a shoplifter. The suspect was followed by store employees.

Officers on routine patrol observed a subject in the 2000 block of Ocean Avenue, in the park area, in violation of a municipal code prohibiting people from being in the park after midnight. 

Officers responded to a residence in the 1800 block of 16th Street regarding an assault and battery.

Santa Monica Police officers responded to 1431 Third Street Promenade — Gotham Hall — regarding a fight.


» Crime Watch November 3, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 11/3/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
Santa Monica Police officers responded to the Chevron gas station in the 400 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding a report of an assault.

Officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Sears — regarding a report of shoplifting.

Officers responded to the 800 block of Pico Boulevard — Ed’s Liquor — regarding a report of petty theft.

Officers responded to the 1400 block of Third Street — Anthropologie — regarding a shoplifting suspect.

Officers responded to the 300 block of Santa Monica Boulevard regarding an assault in progress.

Officers with the Santa Monica College Police Department responded to the corner of 17th Street and Pico Boulevard regarding a suspect who tried to return stolen books to the A&R Bookstore.

Officers responded to the 1300 block of Palisades Park regarding a report of assault.

Officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue regarding a shoplifting suspect being followed by store security.
» Crime Watch October 27, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 10/27/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Tuesday. Oct. 17, at 7:55 a.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to 1235 Second Street — Parking Structure 2 — regarding a sexual assault.

On Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 2:48 a.m., officers responded to the 2300 block of 28th Street regarding a possible rape.

On Monday, Oct. 16, at 3:30 p.m., officers responded to an apartment building in the 3000 block of Main Street after receiving a call of a burglary in progress.

On Wednesday, Oct. 18, at 4:20 p.m., officers on routine patrol stopped a vehicle at the corner of Lincoln Boulevard and Rose Avenue because the driver was playing his music too loud.

On Thursday, Oct. 19, at 8:13 p.m., undercover vice officers went to the Shiatsu Massage parlor in the 1900 block of Santa Monica Boulevard following complaints of prostitution at that location.
» Crime Watch October 20, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 10/20/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Sunday, Oct. 15, at 4 p.m., Santa Monica Police Officers responded to an apartment building in the 2100 block of 20th Street regarding a report of a burglary in progress.

On Sunday, Oct. 15, at 6:45 p.m., officers responded to the corner of Main and Bay streets regarding a suspect who was passed out on a bus.

On Saturday, Oct. 14, at 2:45 a.m., officers responded to the 700 block of Santa Monica Boulevard regarding an assault with a deadly weapon.

On Friday, Oct. 13, at 8:45 p.m., officers responded to the 2400 block of Colorado Avenue — Café Bizou — regarding a report of a purse snatching.

On Friday, Oct. 13, at 7:30 p.m., officers on routine patrol noticed a man sitting on the sidewalk in the 300 block of Arizona Avenue.

On Friday, Oct. 13, at 8:05 p.m., officers responded to an alley in the 500 block of Colorado Avenue regarding an assault.

On Wednesday, Oct. 11, at 1:30 p.m., officers responded to an apartment building in the 500 block of Santa Monica Boulevard following a report of a burglary.

On Monday, Oct. 9, at 11:40 p.m., officers responded to an alley in the 200 block of 26th Street.


» Crime Watch October 13, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 10/13/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Wednesday, Oct. 11, Santa Monica Police officers arrested a man in the 900 block of 21st Street who was wanted in connection with a child annoyance incident that occurred a day earlier in the 900 block of 20th Street.

On Sunday, Oct. 8, at 9:10 a.m., officers responded to the 2100 block of Lincoln Boulevard — UNOCAL gas station — regarding a report of an assault.

On Saturday, Oct. 7, at 3:40 a.m., officers responded to the 900 block of Fourth Street regarding suspicious activity.

On Friday, Oct. 6, at 11:15 p.m., officers stopped a vehicle in the Santa Monica Pier parking lot for a minor traffic violation.

On Friday, Oct. 6, at 2 p.m., officers responded to the 2600 block of Lincoln Boulevard — Albertsons — regarding a theft in progress.

On Thursday, Oct. 5, at 6:10 p.m., officers responded to the 2200 block of Pico Boulevard — Virginia Avenue Park — regarding an assault with a deadly weapon.

On Thursday, Oct. 5, at 1:40 a.m., officers on patrol in the 800 block of Strand Street stopped a suspect who was allegedly riding his bicycle on the sidewalk in violation of the municipal code.

On Wednesday, Oct. 4, at 12:30 p.m., officers responded to the 1500 block of Palisades Park regarding an attempted robbery.

On Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m., officers responded to the 1700 block of Lincoln Boulevard regarding a report of malicious mischief.
» Crime Watch October 6, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 10/6/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Sunday, Oct. 1, at 2:21 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the intersection of Ocean Avenue and Pico Boulevard regarding a report of vandalism.

On Saturday, Sept. 30, at 9:17 p.m., police responded to the 1800 block of 16th Street regarding an assault.

On Friday, Sept. 29, at 1 p.m., two undercover vice officers saw two female pedestrians walking in the area of Lincoln Boulevard and Pier Avenue.

On Friday, Sept. 29, at 6:42 p.m., police responded to the 300 block of Colorado Boulevard — Macy’s — regarding a theft.

On Tuesday, Sept. 26, at 2 a.m., police responded to the 1200 block of 14th Street regarding a burglary that had just occurred.

On Tuesday, Sept. 26, at 2:40 p.m.,  police responded to the 2600 block of Lincoln Boulevard — Albertsons — regarding a theft.

On Saturday, Sept. 16, at 10 p.m., police responded to the 1300 block of Euclid Avenue regarding an assault.
» Crime Watch September 29, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 09/29/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Saturday, Sept. 23, at 8:47 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1400 block of Wilshire Blvd. — Blockbuster Video — regarding a suspect in custody for allegedly stealing DVDs.

On Saturday, Sept. 24, at 2:50 a.m., police responded to the 900 block of Third Street regarding a prowler.

On Friday, Sept. 22, at 5:40 p.m., police responded to the 2600 block of Lincoln Boulevard — Albertsons — regarding a theft suspect in custody.

On Friday, Sept. 22, at 7:31 p.m., police responded to the 1600 block of Cloverfield Boulevard — Ralphs — regarding a theft suspect in custody.

On Saturday, Sept. 23, at 11:45 a.m., police responded to the 1300 block of Fourth Street —Washington Mutual — regarding a woman suspected of fraud.

On Thursday, Sept. 21, at 6:10 a.m., police responded to the 1200 block of Third Street — Adidas — regarding a report of a trespasser.

On Monday, Sept. 18, at 8:31 p.m., police responded to the 1600 block of Ocean Avenue regarding a report of vandalism.
» Crime Watch September 22, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 09/22/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Saturday, Sept. 16 at 11 a.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1700 block of Ocean Front Walk regarding a report of a man flashing passerbys on the bike path.

On Saturday, Sept. 16 at 6:15 p.m., officers on routine patrol stopped a vehicle for a minor traffic violation and discovered the occupants had cocaine in their possession.

On Saturday, Sept. 16 at 8 p.m., officers responded to the 1200 block of the Third Street Promenade — the Apple Store — regarding a report of petty theft.

On Friday, Sept. 15 at 10:50 p.m., officers stopped a vehicle in the 2900 block of Fourth Street.

On Friday, Sept. 15 at 4:30 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 100 block of Ozone Street regarding a domestic disturbance.

On Friday, Sept. 15 at 1:36 p.m., officers responded to the 2300 block of Main Street — the Urth Cafe — regarding a complaint of an intoxicated man causing havoc.

On Thursday, Sept. 14 at 12:34 a.m., officers in the 1500 block of Ocean Avenue detained a man who was riding his bike on the sidewalk in violation of the municipal code.

On Monday, Sept. 11 at 1:48 p.m. officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Sears — regarding a report of petty theft.

On Monday, Sept. 11 at 2:45 a.m., officers responded to the 1200 block of Third Street — Restoration Hardware — regarding a report of a man throwing rocks through storefront windows.
» Crime Watch September 15, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 09/15/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Saturday, Sept. 9 at 4:15 p.m., a mother and her two daughters walked into the Second Street substation of the Santa Monica Police Department, where they told officers that a man approached the girls —  ages 11 and 15 — while they were playing on the beach and patted their butts.

On Saturday, Sept. 9 at 2:52 p.m., police responded to the 1300 block of Fifth Street regarding an assault investigation.

On Saturday, Sept. 9 at 2:53 p.m., officers responded to the 1100 block of Sixth Street regarding a report of an attempted burglary.

On Friday, Sept. 8 at 1:45 a.m., police in the area of Fourth Street and Hollister Avenue responded to a report of suspicious activity in the area.

On Friday, Sept. 8 at 6:45 p.m., undercover police officers conducting a follow-up investigation on an Internet posting for erotic services arrived at a hotel in the 2800 block of Santa Monica Boulevard.

On Wednesday, Sept. 6 at 5:45 p.m., police responded to the corner of Dorchester and Delaware avenues regarding a report of an assault in progress.

On Tuesday, Sept. 5 at 9:50 p.m., police responded to the 1900 block of Cloverfield Boulevard regarding a prowler.

On Monday, Sept. 4 at 9:25 p.m., police responded to the 1200 block of Third Street after receiving a call about an assault.
» Crime Watch September 8, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 09/8/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Wednesday, Aug. 30, at 8:31 p.m., a witness to an assault flagged down two Santa Monica Police officers who were driving by in the area of Fourth and Strand streets.

On Tuesday, Aug. 29 at 10:51 p.m., police responded to the area of Third Street and Santa Monica Boulevard regarding an assault investigation.

On Saturday, Sept. 2 at 10:50 p.m., police responded to the 200 block of the beach regarding a report of an assault with a deadly weapon.

On Saturday, Sept. 2 at 2:17 p.m., a woman claiming to be a victim of domestic violence filed a complaint at the Public Safety Building near City Hall.

On Sunday, Aug. 26 at 7:16 p.m., police responded to the 600 block of Arizona Avenue regarding a report of a traffic accident.

On Friday, Sept. 1 at 4:14 a.m., police responded to the 2900 block of Nielson Way regarding a suspicious person in the parking garage of an apartment building.

On Friday, July 20 at 1:45 p.m., officers responded to Yoshinoya restaurant in the 2300 block of Pico Boulevard regarding a theft investigation.

On Thursday, Aug. 31 at 8:45 a.m., police responded to the 3200 block of Wilshire Boulevard — Armstrong Garden Center — regarding a report of theft.
» Crime Watch September 1, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 09/1/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Thursday, Aug. 24 at 11:41 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers stopped a man in the 1400 block of Second Street for riding his bicycle on the sidewalk.

On Saturday, Aug. 19 at 12 p.m., officers responded to the 1200 block of Palisades Park to investigate a report of unknown trouble. When officers arrived,

On Tuesday, Aug. 22 at 1:55 a.m., police responded to the 2800 block of Pico Boulevard regarding a robbery investigation.

On Monday, Aug. 21 at 12:42 p.m., police responded to the 2400 block of Santa Monica Boulevard regarding a vehicle embezzlement investigation.

On Friday, Aug. 25 at 1:04 p.m., police responded to the 500 block of Santa Monica Boulevard regarding an attempted strong arm robbery.

On Friday, Aug. 25 at 5:25 p.m., undercover vice officers went to the 2900 block of Pico Boulevard to conduct a check at the Shiatsu Japanese Massage parlor.

On Thursday, Aug. 24 at 3:30 p.m., officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Sears — regarding a theft.

On Tuesday Aug. 22, at 8:19 p.m., police responded to Pacific Park regarding a report of a man who used a counterfeit $100 bill to purchase wristbands for admittance to the amusement park.
» Crime Watch August 25, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 08/25/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Sunday, Aug. 20 at 7:19 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1300 block of the Third Street Promenade — Champs Sports — regarding a report of a theft in progress.

On Sunday, Aug. 20 at 4:20 p.m., police responded to the 1600 block of the beach regarding a report by a lifeguard of indecent exposure.

On Saturday, Aug. 19 at 12:20 a.m., police responded to the 3000 block of Second Street regarding a report of vandalism.

On Saturday, Aug. 19 at midnight, police patrolling Pico Boulevard and 20th Street pulled over their patrol car to speak with a man sitting on a park bench.

On Wednesday, Aug. 16 at 5:30 p.m., officers arrived at the PETCO store in the 2900 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding an assault.

On Wednesday, Aug. 16 at 8:31 p.m., officers responded to the 1500 block of Second Street regarding an assault and battery investigation.

On Monday, Aug. 14 at 7:20 p.m., officers responded to the corner of Fourth Street and Broadway regarding a fight in progress.

On Monday, Aug. 14, officers arrested 35-year-old Jeannine Anise Jones of Inglewood for allegedly embezzling more than $100,000 from her employer — Thomas Winter Cooke, a production company located in the 1600 block of Euclid Avenue that specializes in making commercials for advertising agencies and other companies.
» Crime Watch August 18, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 08/18/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Sunday, Aug. 13 at 9:31 p.m., police responded to 1670 Beach Parking Lot regarding an alleged assault of a traffic officer.

On Monday, Aug. 7 at 3:42 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the  300 block of Colorado Avenue — Macy’s — in response to a report of a shoplifter in custody.

On Monday, Aug. 7 at 6:38 p.m., officers in the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Macy’s — responded to a report of a theft.

On Thursday, Aug. 10 at 3:50 p.m., police responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue — Macy’s — regarding a shoplifter in custody.

On Wednesday, July 26, officers responded to the 1600 block of Cloverfield Boulevard — Ralph’s —regarding a report of theft.

On Wednesday, Aug. 9 at 3:55 p.m., officers in the 200 block of 20th Street saw a man running with a tan colored purse.

On Saturday, Aug. 12 at 12:59 p.m., police in the 1100 block of Sixth Street responded to a report of a suspicious person who allegedly walked into another man’s apartment.

On Saturday, Aug. 12 at 12:45 p.m, police responded to the 1100 block of Palisades Park regarding a report of indecent exposure.

On Wednesday, Aug. 9 at 12:35 a.m., officers in the 2900 block of Main Street were flagged down by an employee at the Circle Bar, who was calling for help.
» Crime Watch August 11, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 08/11/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Friday, July 28, at 10:41 p.m., two Santa Monica narcotics detectives were driving an unmarked patrol car in a beach parking lot in the 1100 block of Pacific Coast Highway.

On Tuesday, Aug. 1, at 1:13 p.m., officers responded to the 500 block of Olympic Boulevard — Samoshel homeless shelter — regarding a report of a theft.

On Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 10:45 a.m., police responded to Pacific Terrace regarding a report of vandalism.

On Thursday, Aug. 3, at 5:47 a.m., police responded to the 200 block of 20th Street regarding a report of a man masturbating in the street.

On Thursday, Aug. 3, at 2:32 p.m., police responded to the corner of Cloverfield and Olympic boulevards regarding a disabled vehicle with a male who looked to be passed out in the driver’s seat.

On Thursday, Aug. 3, at 7:55 p.m., police responded to the 1400 block of Fourth Street regarding an individual loitering in a parking structure.

On Friday, Aug. 5, at 5:40 p.m., police stopped a vehicle at the corner of 18th Street and Pine Street for a minor traffic violation.

On Saturday, Aug. 5, at 1:17 a.m., in the 500 block of Idaho regarding an armed robbery that had just occurred in the area.
» Crime Watch July 21, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 07/21/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Friday, July 14, at 5 p.m., undercover vice officers with the Santa Monica Police Department were in the area of Lincoln Boulevard and Grant Street when they saw a female walk up to a vehicle and engage the driver in a conversation, police said.

On Wednesday, July 12, at 11:10 p.m., officers responded to the 300 block of the pier regarding a robbery investigation.

On Monday, July 10, at 2:59 p.m., police responded to the 2800 block of Lincoln Boulevard after receiving a report of unknown trouble.

On Tuesday, July 11, at 4:26 a.m., officers arrested a woman in the 1700 block of the beach for camping in public, a violation of the municipal code.
» Crime Watch July 14, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 07/14/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On July 7, at 8:36 p.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 600 block of Copeland Court regarding a burglary.

On July 7, at 11:10 a.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the Loews Hotel on Ocean Avenue regarding a juvenile neglect call from the hotel’s security guard.

July 8, at 11:53 p.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 3100 block of Santa Monica Boulevard, Busby’s Restaurant Bar, regarding an assault with a deadly weapon — a pool cue.

On July 8, at 2:27 a.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 2500 block of the beach for a robbery.

On July 5, at 3:33 p.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 1800 block of 18th Street regarding an assault and battery.

On July 3, at 8:36 p.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 1600 block of Appian Way regarding an assault and battery.
» Crime Watch July 7, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 07/7/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Thursday, June 29, at 9:35 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1600 block of Cloverfield Boulevard — Ralph’s grocery store — regarding a report of shoplifting.

On Thursday, June 29, at 11:57 a.m., police officers responded to the 3200 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding a report of forgery to illegally receive prescription drugs.

On Friday, June 30, at 5:30 a.m., police responded to the 1400 block of Berkeley Street regarding a report of domestic violence.

On Friday, June 30, at 2:50 a.m., police responded to a report of a person sleeping in their vehicle in an alley adjacent to the 1000 block of Grant Street.

On Saturday, July 1, at 8:30 p.m., police responded to the 2600 block of Ocean Park Boulevard — Clover Park — regarding an assault.

On Sunday, July 2, at 2:55 a.m., police in the 2300 block of Broadway observed a man walking suspiciously.

On Sunday, July 2, at 12:35 a.m., officers responded to the 1900 block of Main Street — Star Liquor — regarding an assault investigation.

On Wednesday, June 28, at 3:30 a.m., officers stopped two bicyclists for riding with no headlights.
» Crime Watch June 30, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 06/30/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Tuesday, June 20, at 1:28 a.m., Santa Monica police officers responded to the 3200 block of Ocean Park Boulevard regarding a man riding his bike in the nude.

On Friday, June 23, at 1:13 a.m., police responded to the corner of Sixth Street and Ashland Avenue regarding a report of a woman who was yelling and crying.

On Friday June 23, at 2:56 a.m., officers responded to the 900 block of Georgina Avenue regarding a report of suspicious activity.

On Wednesday, June 21, at 8:35 p.m., officers stopped a man for riding his bicycle on the sidewalk, a violation of the municipal code.

On Tuesday, June 20, at 10:35 p.m., officers responded to the 3100 block of Ocean Park Boulevard — Ed’s Airport Service auto shop — regarding a report of malicious mischief.

On Wednesday, June 21, at 3:13 p.m., police responded to the 500 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding a report that a missing teenager had been found.

On Wednesday, June 21, at 1:05 p.m., police responded to the 1100 block of 14th Street regarding a robbery in progress.

On Sunday, June 25, at 9:44 a.m., police responded to the 100 block of 17th Street regarding a burglary investigation.
» Crime Watch June 16, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 06/16/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Monday, May 29, at 7:03 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 200 block of Bay Street to investigate a reported home-invasion robbery.

On Saturday, June 3, at 2:37 p.m., officers responded to the 1400 block of Second Street — 24 Hour Fitness — regarding a burglary investigation.

On Monday, June 5, at 11:32 p.m., police responded to the 1200 block of Second Street regarding a strong-arm robbery attempt.

On Monday, June 12, at 12:08 p.m., police in the 1400 block of Third Street Promenade responded to a report of an assault.

On Sunday, June 11, at 1:48 a.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of 26th Street regarding a report of domestic violence.

On Saturday, June 10, at 2:45 a.m., officers responded to the 300 block of Colorado Avenue regarding an assault investigation.

On Wednesday, June 7, at 9:34 p.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of Second Street after receiving calls about a man who looked like as if he was carrying a gun.

On Monday, June 5, at 9:35 a.m., officers responded to the corner of 6th Street and Pico Boulevard regarding a report of sexual battery.
» Crime Watch June 9, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 06/9/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Saturday, June 3, at 9:52 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers in the area of Lincoln and Ocean Park boulevards observed a man walking fast and sweating profusely.

On Wednesday, May 17, at 3:14 p.m., police responded to the 1200 block of Third Street Promenade — Barnes & Noble — regarding a theft investigation.

On Wednesday, May 31, at 10:15 p.m., police responded to the corner of Arizona Avenue and Berkeley Street regarding a hit-and-run accident that had just occurred.

On Sunday, June 4, at 8:25 p.m., police responded to the 1600 block of Cloverfield Boulevard — Ralph’s — regarding a theft suspect who allegedly became combative.

On Friday, June 2, at 9:36 p.m., officers were called to the 400 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding an assault investigation.
» Crime Watch June 2, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 06/2/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Thursday, May 25, at 9:53 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 400 block of California Avenue regarding a possible burglary in progress.

On Monday, May 29, at 8:11 p.m., officers responded to the 1900 block of Third Street regarding unknown trouble.

On Monday, May 29, at 2:16 p.m., officers responded to the 300 block of Santa Monica Boulevard regarding a robbery investigation.

On Sunday, May 28, at 12:21 p.m., officers responded to the 300 block of Santa Monica Boulevard — Britannia Pub — regarding a report of trespassing.

On Thursday, May 25, at 8:04 p.m., officers responded to the 1800 block of 16th Street regarding a report of an assault.

On Monday, May 22, at 7:17 p.m., officers responded to the 1600 block of Ocean Front walk regarding an assault investigation.

On Friday, May 26, at 11:20 p.m., officers in the 300 block of Colorado Avenue responded to Sears after receiving a report of a theft in progress.
» Crime Watch May 19, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 05/19/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Tuesday, May 9, at 2:15 a.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1500 block of Lincoln Boulevard — Denny’s — regarding a man who was allegedly harassing customers and eating their food.

On Monday, May 8, at 1:35 p.m., police officers in the 600 block of Ocean Park Boulevard noticed a homeless man with large amounts of trash and debris in a shopping cart.

On Wednesday, May 10, at 5:22 a.m., an officer patrolling the 1700 block of Ocean Front walk noticed a man sitting on a bench.

On Saturday, May 6, at 11:57 p.m., police officers responded to the 1300 block of Santa Monica Boulevard regarding a report of a strong-arm robbery.

On Wednesday, May 10, at 7:54 p.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of the Third Street Promenade regarding a report of an assault with a deadly weapon.

On Thursday, May 11, at 9:17 p.m., police officers responded to the 300 block of the Santa Monica Pier regarding an assault investigation.

On Sunday, April 30, at 1:30 p.m., police responded to the 700 block of Arizona Avenue regarding an assault investigation.
» Crime Watch May 12, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 05/12/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Friday, May 6, at 11:57 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1300 block of Santa Monica Boulevard regarding a report of a strong-arm robbery.

On Friday, May 5, at 10:50 a.m., officers responded to a beach parking lot regarding a report of assault with a deadly weapon.

On Wednesday, May 3, at 2 p.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of Second Street regarding a report of an assault.

On Sunday, April 30, at 2:30 p.m., officers responded to the 1900 block of Euclid Street regarding a report of domestic violence in progress.

On Thursday, May 4, at 5:55 a.m., officers in the 1200 block of the Third Street Promenade noticed two men walking with a shopping cart that belonged to Costco, a violation of the municipal code.

On Wednesday, May 3, at 6 p.m., officers responded to the 300 block of Santa Monica Boulevard — Tower Records — regarding a theft investigation.
» Crime Watch May 5, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 05/5/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Friday, April 28, at 5:48 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 2700 block of Pico Boulevard regarding an alleged assault.

On Tuesday, April 25, at 6:38 p.m., police responded to the 1500 block of Ocean Avenue after receiving a call of a burglary in progress.

On Wednesday, April 26, at 11:59 a.m., officers responded to the 2800 block of the beach regarding a report of indecent exposure.

On April Thursday, April 27, at 6:40 p.m. undercover officers in the 1900 block of Santa Monica Boulevard conducted an investigation of Oriental Shiatsu Massage after receiving complaints of prostitution activity at the site.

On Thursday, April 27, at 10 p.m., an officer made a traffic stop in the 400 block of 23rd Street for a minor violation.

On Friday, April 28, at 5:40 p.m., police responded to the 1700 block of Stanford Street, a DHL branch, regarding an employee who was being detained for stealing.

On Saturday, April 29, at 12:02 a.m., police saw a man at the corner of Lincoln Boulevard and Bay Street drinking a 22-ounce can of beer in violation of the open container law.
» Crime Watch April 28, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 04/28/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Wednesday, April 19 at 8:17 a.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 2000 block of Ocean Avenue regarding a subject with an open alcoholic container.

On Wednesday, April 19 at 5:05 a.m., officers responded to the 100 block of Santa Monica Boulevard — Ye Olde King’s Head Pub — regarding a report of vandalism.

On Thursday, April 20 at 1:56 p.m., police responded to the 1400 block of Court 10 regarding a burglary in progress.

On Thursday, April 20 at 7:53 p.m., police responded to the corner of Neilson Way and Pico Boulevard regarding an assault with a deadly weapon.

On Monday, April 17 at 9:25 p.m., officers responded to the 2500 block of Lincoln Boulevard — Denny’s restaurant — regarding two suspects who left the eatery without paying for their meals.
» Crime Watch April 21, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 04/21/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Sunday, April 9 at 1:25 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1400 block of the Third Street Promenade — Urban Outfitters — regarding a possible juvenile annoyance investigation.

On Friday, April 14 at 4:45 p.m., police patrolling the beach parking lot just north of the Santa Monica Pier were approached by a female who said her boyfriend had physically assaulted her and was inside a camper parked nearby.

On Monday, April 10 at 12:35 a.m., police officers stopped two individuals in the 1100 block of Palisades Beach Road for violating a city law that prohibits smoking on the beach.

On Monday, April 10 at 4 p.m., officers on beach patrol said they saw a group of five men on lifeguard tower No. 12 spray painting and marking the tower.

On Wednesday, April 12 at 5:05 p.m., undercover officers with SMPD’s vice unit conducted a sting operation in the 2600 block of Santa Monica Boulevard — Mimiko’s Massage — after receiving tips about prostitution at the location.

On Wednesday, April 12 at 5 p.m., police responded to the 1400 block of Montana Avenue — Wild Oats — regarding a report of grand theft.

On Saturday, April 15 at 12:30 p.m., police responded to the 1300 block of Third Street Promenade — Old Navy — regarding a possible theft investigation.
» Crime Watch April 14, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 04/14/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Saturday, April 8 at 4:40 p.m., Santa Monica police responded to the 1400 block of Lincoln Boulevard — Sun Massage — regarding complaints of prostitution at the business.

On Thursday, April 6 at 4:35 a.m., Santa Monica Police Officers responded to the 400 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding a commercial burglary that had just occurred.

On Thursday, April 6 at 8:05 p.m., police responded to the 1900 block of 19th Street regarding a report of assault and battery.

On Thursday, April 6 at 6:41 p.m., police responded to the 1400 block of Third Street Promenade — Urban Outfitters — regarding a theft at the store.

On Tuesday, April 4 at 1:40 a.m., police responded to the 2200 block of Third Street regarding a burglary that just occurred.

On Tuesday, April 4 at 9:45 a.m., police responded to the 2200 block of Colorado Boulevard — Interscope Records — regarding a report of trespassing.

On Sunday, April 2 at 6:45 p.m., police responded to the 1900 block of 20th Street, a private residence, regarding a report of vandalism.

On Monday, April 3 at 11 a.m., a police officer spotted a man sitting in an alley. When officers stopped to check his status, they noticed drug paraphernalia next to him.
» Crime Watch April 7, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 04/7/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Saturday, April 1, at 11:35 p.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1200 block of 12th Street regarding an arson investigation at a private residence.

On Wednesday, March 29, at 6:15 p.m., undercover detectives were in the area of Lincoln Boulevard and Marine Street when they saw a young woman loitering for what they believed was the purpose of prostitution.

On Wednesday, March 29, at 1:33 a.m., police responded to the 1800 block of Ninth Street, the CLARE Foundation, after receiving a call that someone had been stabbed there.

On Sunday, March 26, at 2:20 p.m., police responded to the 300 block of Santa Monica Boulevard — Tower Records — regarding a possible theft.

On Tuesday, March 28, at 8:33 p.m., police responded to O’Briens Pub in the 2900 block of Main Street regarding a man who allegedly pulled out a knife and threatened to attack bouncers at the bar who refused to let him into the pub.

On Thursday, March 30, at 2 p.m., officers were called to the Santa Monica Pier regarding a suspect who witnesses had seen writing graffiti on city property.

On Saturday, April 1, at 3:29 p.m., police responded to the Urban Outfitters store on the Third Street Promenade after receiving a report of a petty theft suspect in custody.

On Saturday, April 1, at 5:35 p.m., officers responded to the 1900 block of 19th Street regarding a suspicious vehicle.
» Crime Watch March 31, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 03/31/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Monday, March 13, a suspect wanted in connection with the embezzlement of more than $75,000 turned herself over to detectives at the Public Safety Building, where she was booked for grand theft.

On Thursday, March 16, at 10:10 a.m., officers patrolling the 1600 block of Seventh Street spotted a suspect wanted in connection with an assault that occurred two weeks earlier.

On Thursday, March 16, at 6 a.m., officers patrolling the 1300 block of the Third Street Promenade saw a homeless woman sleeping on a bench in violation of the municipal code.

On Sunday, March 26, at 9:25 a.m., officers responded to the 1300 block of the Third Street Promenade regarding a strong-arm robbery.

On Sunday, March 19, at 3:10 a.m., police responded to an AM/PM gas station on the corner of Pico Boulevard and Fourth Street regarding a report of shoplifting.

At 2:16 p.m. on Monday, March 20, an officer was patrolling the 1800 block of Main Street when he noticed a vehicle with no front license plate.

On Tuesday, March 21, at 2:45 a.m., police responded to the 1400 block of Third Street Promenade — the Quicksilver store — regarding a burglary alarm.

On Wednesday, March 22, at 4:30 p.m., officers conducting a periodic check at Virginia Avenue Park for gang activity and graffiti spotted a man smoking a cigarette in the park, a violation of the municipal code.

On Thursday, March 23, at 5:25 a.m., police responded to a residence on the 900 block of Fourth Street regarding an assault investigation.
» Crime Watch March 24, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 03/24/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Tuesday, March 14 at 1:30 p.m., Santa Monica Police on the 200 block of Broadway saw an individual sitting on a milk crate, a violation of an ordinance that prohibits sitting on objects in the Bayside District.

On Friday, March 10 at 3:45 a.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 3300 block of California Avenue regarding the sexual assault of a homeless woman.

On March 1, at 12:25 p.m., police responded to the Santa Monica Pier after receiving a report of grand theft at a local business.

On Saturday, March 11 at 3:48 a.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 1700 block of Michigan Avenue regarding a man with a gun.

On Monday, March 13 at 12:40 p.m., officers were called to the corner of Lincoln and Ocean Park boulevards regarding a possible rape in progress.

On Monday, March 13 at 8:30 a.m., officers responded to 15th Street and Arizona Avenue after receiving reports that a man in a wheelchair was masturbating in public.

On Saturday, March 18 at 11:15 p.m., police saw a man riding a bicycle on the sidewalk of Lincoln Boulevard at Ashland Avenue, a violation of city law.

On Thursday, March 9 at 9:25 p.m., officers responded to the 2200 block of 22nd Street after receiving a call regarding a burglary in progress. Before officers could arrive, they received another call about a suspicious man trying to gain entry to a residence on the 2100 block of 21st Street.

On Saturday, March 18 1:55 p.m., undercover detectives responded to the 1000 block of Pico Boulevard regarding anonymous tips of prostitution at the location.
» Crime Watch March 17, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 03/17/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Thursday, March 9, at 7:15 p.m., undercover detectives with the Santa Monica Police Department conducted an investigation into allegations of prostitution at a message parlor on Pico Boulevard, near Ninth Street.

On Monday, March 6, at 8:15 a.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 2200 block of Montana Avenue after receiving a call about a burglary in the area.

On Tuesday, March 7, at 11:37 p.m., an officer was patrolling in the 1800 block of Delaware Avenue when he saw a green Honda Accord matching the description of a car involved in a traffic accident at Fourth Street and Pico Boulevard earlier that evening.

On Saturday, March 11, at 1:34 a.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 400 block of Raymond Avenue after receiving a call about a brawl involving several people.

On Tuesday, March 7, at 12:22 p.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the corner of Lincoln Boulevard and Strand Street after receiving a call about an assault.

On Wednedsay, March 8, at 7:25 p.m., a Santa Monica Police officer in the 2200 block of Santa Monica Boulevard saw a man riding his bike on the sidewalk, a violation of the municipal code.

On Sunday, March 12, at 11:55 a.m., Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 100 block of Broadway regarding a theft investigation.
» Crime Watch March 10, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 03/10/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Feb. 25 at 8:45 p.m., a Santa Monica Police officer was patrolling the 1100 block of Pacific Coast Highway when he observed a group of four men walking along the bike path.

On Feb. 28 at 9:17 a.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 800 block of Pacific Street regarding a man picking trash in the alley.

On March 1 at 6:30 p.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 1800 block of 16th Street regarding a domestic violence complaint.

On March 2, at 1.25 a.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 1400 block of Fourth Street regarding a report of vandalism.

On March 4 at 10:40 p.m., Santa Monica Police stopped a man riding a bicycle at the 500 block of Colorado Avenue.

On March 5 at 5:15 a.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 1900 block of Lincoln Boulevard after receiving a call that a man was harassing two women at the location.

On Feb. 28, Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1300 block of Wilshire Boulevard where a man was causing a disturbance at a local movie theater.
» Crime Watch February 24, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 02/24/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
At 12:35 a.m. on Feb. 14, Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 1900 block of Lincoln Boulevard after receiving a call that a man was drunk and had struck another person with a leather belt.

At 10:25 p.m. on Feb. 12, Santa Monica Police officers responded to the Santa Monica Pier after receiving a report of an assault.

At 3:50 p.m. on Feb. 13, Santa Monica Police officers responded to 17th Street and Pico Boulevard regarding an assault in a liquor store.

At 3:10 p.m. on Feb. 17, Santa Monica Police officers responded to the 300 block of Pico Boulevard to a report of trespassing at the AM/PM gas station.

At 3:29 p.m. on Feb. 13, Santa Monica Police police officers responded to the 2600 block of Lincoln Boulevard in regards to a report of theft at an Albertson’s grocery store.

At 8:40 p.m. on Feb. 12, witnesses standing by the SMPD headquarters near City Hall said they saw a man jump on top of a jeep, walk on the hood and roof, causing damage.

At noon on Feb. 16, a Santa Monica Police officer on bike patrol in the area of Second Street and Santa Monica Boulevard could hear loud music emanating from a vehicle one block away.

At 10:56 a.m. on Feb. 18, Santa Monica Police responded to Fourth Street and Broadway to reports of threats being made.

At 6:25 p.m. on Feb. 18, Santa Monica Police officers responded to Benihana’s restaurant in the 1400 block of Fourth Street after an employee there reported that a customer had paid her check with a counterfeit $20 bill.
» Crime Watch February 17, 2006
By The Santa Monica Daily Press | Published 02/17/2006 | Crime Watch | Unrated
On Feb. 6 at 8:45 p.m., a police officer was driving through the 2600 block of Main Street when he saw a male subject kick a dog.

On Feb. 5 at 9:59 a.m., Santa Monica police responded to the 100 block of Second Street regarding the illegal use of a credit card at a hotel.

On Feb. 5 at 3:45 a.m., police were called to 22nd Street and Carlyle Avenue regarding a complaint that a man was exposing his penis to those walking by.

At 1:45 a.m. on Feb. 6, Santa Monica police spotted a bicyclist riding with no headlights on the 2200 block of Lincoln Boulevard.

On Feb. 6 at 8:35 p.m. police responded to a call at the 100 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding a suspect who refused to leave a local hotel bar.

At 6:26 p.m. on Feb. 7, police responded to Ocean and Colorado avenues regarding a sexual battery investigation.

On Feb. 8 at 12:20 a.m. officers responded to the 2800 block of Main Street regarding a suspect slumped over his steering wheel.

At 3:32 a.m. on Feb. 8, police responded to the 800 block of Wilshire Boulevard regarding a dispute over cab fare.
» Crime Watch February 10, 2006
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