Crime October 16, 2019

Shooting Reported at Santa Monica Pier

Victim transported to hospital with leg injury, suspect on the loose

By Sam Catanzaro

The Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday night at the Santa Monica Pier. At the time of publishing the gunman remains at large.

According to the SMPD, the shooting happened in the 1550 lot of the Santa Monica Pier.

“Only one victim is involved and that person has been transported to a local hospital [with] a non life threatening wound to their lower leg. More info to follow. The Pier and the 1550 lot is open,” the SMPD wrote in a 10:39 p.m. tweet.

This story is still developing. Check back for more details

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