Police Killed Gunman After Deadly Santa Monica Spree
A shooter killed six people in the city before police fatally confronted him at a community college library.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Violence
A gunman went on a deadly rampage in Santa Monica, killing six people and firing at passing vehicles before police shot him dead inside a community college library. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Why it matters
The tragedy has shaken the local community and prompted a significant law enforcement response to secure the city. Officials are working to understand the motive behind the violence that spanned multiple locations.
Police confirmed the suspect died at the scene, and officials have detained one person of interest. The investigation is ongoing regarding the gunman's connection to the house fire located 0.5 miles from the initial shooting sites.
The players
Cyrus Jabari
The 19-year-old student witnessed the unfolding violence during the incident.
The details
Armed with a shotgun and an assault rifle, the gunman fired at passing cars and a bus before ending up at a local college. Prior to the confrontation, two bodies were discovered at a burning house, and a woman was found wounded in a car nearby.
Timeline
The series of shootings occurred on Friday, September 25, 2026.
Legal Context
This tragedy mirrors the scale of the 2013 Santa Monica College shooting, highlighting the ongoing difficulty of preventing active shooter events in public spaces. Authorities are evaluating how this case compares to recent local violent crime trends and state firearm regulations.
Residents should expect a continued heavy police presence near the community college and the site of the house fire as investigations proceed. Local authorities have advised the public to avoid these areas while officials process the crime scenes.
The takeaway
The events in Santa Monica have left the city reeling as investigators work to piece together the timeline of the suspect's movements. Officials remain focused on providing support to victims' families and addressing the security gaps exposed by the attack.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Bulawayo24 News.
