On April 15 at 3:30 p.m.
35- year-old Brian Fleming was arrested for robbery. Video evidence shows Fleming confronting multiple people near the 1100 block of 2nd Street before approaching a couple waiting for a ride reportedly with a folding knife in hand and demanding money. The couple were able to retreat into a local hotel avoiding Fleming before calling the police. Fleming remains in police custody without bail with multiple pending court appearances.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on May 2, 2023. Read the original PDF.