Santa Monica Police Arrests Rose in 2026
The Santa Monica Police Department recorded a nearly 64 percent increase in total arrests throughout the year 2026.
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October 9, 2026
Santa Monica Adopted City Realignment PlanThe city implemented a recovery strategy that lowered local crime and addressed a budget shortfall.
September 29, 2026
Santa Monica Opened Hiring for Crossing GuardsThe Santa Monica Police Department is seeking temporary staff for local school crossing shifts.
September 25, 2026
Santa Monica Expanded Traffic Safety EnforcementThe city launched new safety operations following a rise in local fatal and severe injury crashes.
September 23, 2026
Santa Monica Police Will Patrol Expo Line StationsThe city will partner with Metro to enforce safety and fare compliance across local rail platforms by mid-2027.
September 22, 2026
Santa Monica Police Celebrated Forensic Science WeekThe local department honored forensic experts while opening recruitment for a latent fingerprint examiner position.
September 20, 2026
Santa Monica Police Conducted Livability OperationThe department performed a targeted enforcement effort across local parks and beaches to address quality-of-life concerns.