Overview

• The shooting erupted June 25 near the mall entrance at Fourth Street and Colorado Avenue, triggering an active shooter alert.
• One Santa Monica Police Department officer sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
• Authorities cleared Santa Monica Place and reopened adjacent streets after securing the scene.
• Police distributed the suspect’s first image on X and described him as a Black male in his 30s wearing a dark jacket and black pants.
• A large law enforcement presence remains on site as officers pursue leads and urge anyone with information to contact authorities.