On June 20 at approximately 5:23 p.m.
A Community Service Officer responded to 380 Santa Monica Pier (Pacific Park) for a theft report. The suspect was seen on surveillance inside the administrative office at Pacific Park. While in the office, the suspect took a bag containing a laptop and other items totaling $1,500. The suspect exited the office with the bag out of sight. The surveillance video was reviewed by a Detective who recognized the suspect and issued a warrant. On July 9, the suspect was arrested by LAPD. Johnny Mercado, 28, was arrested for grand theft.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on July 20, 2019. Read the original PDF.