On Sunday afternoon, a suspect about to be placed under arrest for striking the woman he is with, breaks free from the officers and takes off running through the crowd on the Venice Beach Boardwalk. The video shows a person kicking him which causes him to go down before getting tackled by the officers. One officer gets injured in the ordeal.

On Sunday, March 15, 2026, at approximately 9:00 p.m., Santa Monica Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire on the Santa Monica Pier following a large fight involving multiple individuals.

During the incident, one individual sustained a gunshot wound to the arm and was taken to a local hospital. Officers responded quickly to the scene and provided initial medical aid to the victim before paramedics arrived. The department maintains a regular patrol presence on the Santa Monica Pier, allowing officers to respond rapidly when incidents occur.

A second individual, who suffered a graze wound, also sought medical treatment at a local hospital. Detectives later determined that the second injured individual was the suspected shooter.

The suspect, Jaysawn Williams, 18, of Rialto, was taken into custody after receiving medical treatment and transported to the Santa Monica Jail. Williams was booked on charges of assault with a firearm (PC 245(a)(2)) and grossly negligent discharge of a firearm (PC 246.3(a)).

SMPD officers remain committed to maintaining a visible presence in high-traffic areas such as the Santa Monica Pier to ensure the safety of residents and visitors.

The Santa Monica Pier has since reopened and normal operations have resumed.

Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Esteban Hernandez of the Santa Monica Police Department at esteban.hernandez@santamonica.gov or the Watch Commander 24 hours a day at 310-458-8427.

A rollerskater gets arrested after disrupting a childrens skateboarding class injurying a child.

Every Saturday, from 8 - 10AM, the Venice Beach Recreation Center hosts a skateboarding classes for kids under 12 years old. Taught by Skateboarding Hall of Famer Lonny Hiramoto, the classes use the Rollerskating Plaza because it is a really the only smooth flat surface with limited bike and pedestrian traffic, thus providing a safeeee enviroment for these kids who are just learning to ride a board.

Acording to several of the witnesses, this woman rolerskater showed up at 8 AM and started harrassing the class, yelling at Lonny, getting in the way, and bumping into the kids. Her interactions with the class esculated to a breaking point which resulted in a kid getting knocked down.

When the police arrive, she claims they mobbed up on her and assault her and that they are all lying about wht happened. She claims one of the guys assaulted her. After the police investigate, including reviewing videos from both parties, she is placed under arrest for battery. The police say the guy she claims hit her is nowhere to be found.

A few hours after the arrest she was released with just a ticket, according to her, she sent Shacked Mag a private mesage stating that and demanding the Instagram post about this be removed. Se also made coments on the post stating everyone lied. After she got backlash from several people replying to her, she deleted everything.

The iconic Dukes Restaurant on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu reopened on Friday after being closed for 14 months due to damage from the Paisades Fire and the mudslides that came after the fire.

Daisy the Venice Healer gives a tour of her new garden.

The Santa Monica Police Department needs your help identifying the individual pictured, suspected of sexual battery.


If you recognize him or have any information, please contact Detective Sean Baker at 310-458-8932 (sean.baker@santamonica.gov).

BOARD SWAP SATURDAY 3/21 at Bay Street Boards We know everyone has some boards stashed in the cut… bring those suckers out on March 21st to do some wheelin’ and dealin’! Hit us up about setting up a spot! Live music from the good homie Chris Kezon!

Bay Street Boards
3216 Santa Monica Blvd,
Santa Monica, CA 90404

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Getting familiar with the new Malibu skatepark with the homies.

Explore a new coastal skatepark featuring unique obstacles like euro gaps and a massive bowl. Experience the session as skaters test out the layout and attempt challenging tricks. The day continues with another spot check nearby.

Explore the evolution of skateboarding culture from its humble roots to a dominant cultural force. Participants retrace pivotal eras, attempting iconic tricks and stunts across Southern California. This journey highlights technical innovations and the rebellious spirit that shaped the sport.