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Santa Monica’s Rough Weekend | Venice Beach News
Santa Monica’s weekend turned violent with two shootings: one in Palisades Park where an officer killed a knife-wielding man, and another near the pier where a robbery attempt left a victim wounded. Both incidents are under investigation, with police still seeking suspects — including a juvenile already taken into custody. Amid rising arrests — up nearly 70% this year — the city credits its new public safety plan for reducing major crimes, though homelessness continues to drive enforcement. The plan also pushes for more diversion programs to steer minor offenders away from jail. Listen in…
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