Authorities Investigate Early Morning Shooting, Suspect Still at Large
Santa Monica Police Department spokesperson confirmed that a man was fatally shot early Wednesday morning on the 200 block of Broadway.
The incident occurred at approximately 1:30 a.m. Witnesses reported that an unidentified woman had been arguing with the victim, a man believed to be homeless, shortly before the shooting. A male suspect, described as white or Hispanic, then approached the victim and pursued him into the street, where he shot the man in the back.
The suspect was last seen running northbound in Alley 2 before disappearing from sight.
Officers responded to the scene and performed lifesaving efforts. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Authorities have not yet identified the victim.
Detectives are reviewing witness statements and surveillance footage to identify the suspect and others involved in the incident.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Detective Isaac Reyes at (310) 458-4852 or via email at Isaac.Reyes@santamonica.gov. Detective Sergeant Alfonso Lozano can also be reached at (310) 458-8774 or Alfonso.Lozano@santamonica.gov. The Santa Monica Police Department’s Watch Commander is available 24/7 at (310) 458-8427.
