By Daily Press staff
Two teenagers suffered minor injuries when they were shot Sunday night while standing on the sidewalk at 20th Street, between Michigan Avenue and Pico Boulevard.
At 9:12 p.m., Santa Monica Police responded to the 1800 block of 20th Street regarding a call of shots fired. Arriving officers located two victims — the first, a black male, sustained a gunshot wound to his lower right leg, while the second victim, a Hispanic male, sustained a grazing wound to his back. The victims, both of whom are Santa Monica juveniles, were transported to local hospitals with non-life threatening injuries.
The suspects are described as two male Hispanics in their 20s. The suspects’ vehicle is described as an older model dark Chevy Astro or Ford Aerostar van with rear tinted windows.
It’s unknown whether the shooting was gang-related, said SMPD Lt. Frank Fabrega, adding the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information 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 remain anonymous, yet still become eligible for a reward, also may call the WeTip national hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463).
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on August 23, 2005. Read the original PDF.