By Daily Press staff
PICO NEIGHBORHOOD — A man survived at least two gunshots after an unknown suspect fired at him from a car on 12th Street Friday night.
At 8:33 p.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 1800 block of 12th Street regarding calls of shots fired. Preliminary investigation indicates that four Hispanic men were standing in front of a house when the suspect’s vehicle drove into the area. One of the suspects in the vehicle fired several shots at the men, police said. One victim was shot in the arm and the hip area. The wounds were not serious, and he was transported to a local hospital.
The suspects’ descriptions varied. They were either described as Hispanic or black males. The suspects’ vehicle is described as a white or silver Honda Accord or Civic.
Anyone having information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact the robbery/homicide unit of the SMPD at (310) 458-8451 or the watch commander’s office at (310) 458-8426. Callers who wish to provide anonymous information also may call the We-Tip national hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463). Callers with information that leads to an arrest and conviction become eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on November 14, 2005. Read the original PDF.