Santa Monica: We Are Out In Force This Holiday Season! 🚔 The SMPD has launched its enhanced holiday deployment, directly executing Chief Jacob’s four core priorities for public safety. You will see more officers on foot and bike, and dedicated patrols focused on securing

Santa Claus is coming to town with Santa Monica's police officers & firefighters leading the way. Santa and his public safety helpers will be distributing good cheer and thousands of candy canes as part of this year’s 33rd Annual "Candy Cane Drive.” Everyone is invited to join

“Tie One on for Safety” on Thanksgiving Eve and Throughout the Holiday Season - MADD As we head into Thanksgiving Eve and the holiday season, SMPD is joining MADD in reminding our community about the very real dangers of impaired driving. Thanksgiving Eve has become one of the

Happy Thanksgiving from our family to yours! #WeAreSantaMonica

🎙️ Studio 66 Podcast | Featuring Mayor Lana Negrete - Part 1 In this special episode, Mayor Lana Negrete joins Sgt. Ricky Verbeck on the Studio 66 Podcast as she reflects on her final days serving as Mayor of Santa Monica. From championing local businesses and youth programs to

Domestic Incident on Delaware Avenue December 9, 2025— On December 8, 2025, at approximately 9:20 p.m., Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) officers responded to a residence in the 1700 block of Delaware Avenue after a 9-1-1 caller reported an assault in progress. Officers

The Santa Monica Police Department is seeking Community Services Officers (CSOs) with two years of recent, paid experience involving heavy public contact. CSOs support sworn officers by conducting preliminary investigations, preparing reports, assisting with traffic control, and

On Thursday, December 11, 2025, at approximately 11:21 p.m., the Santa Monica Police Department responded to reports of a single vehicle traffic collision into a building in the 2600 block of Santa Monica Boulevard. Officers arrived to find a vehicle that had struck a two-story

You may notice an increased police presence throughout Santa Monica during the holiday season. In addition to enhanced patrols in Downtown Santa Monica and around places of worship and community celebrations, additional SMPD officers are deployed citywide, including residential

The Blue Notebook Review returns with Sgt. Rick Verbeck. In this episode, Sgt. Verbeck recaps activity from November 23–29, including: A brief update on where he’s been Notable arrests Holiday deployment and staffing efforts And more from a busy week across the city. Plus, a

Today, our SMPD family is proud to share some exciting news with our community. Please join us in congratulating Chief Darrick Jacob, who has been selected as the next Chief of Police for the City of Santa Monica. Chief Jacob has served this department and this city for more

Community Livability Operation | By the Numbers On Friday, December 19, the Santa Monica Police Department, in coordination with City departments and regional partners, conducted a Community Livability Operation focused on addressing public nuisance, disorder, and ongoing

Ho Ho Ho! 🎄 The Blue Notebook Review is officially in the holiday spirit. Sgt. Rick is back with a festive edition of the Blue Notebook Review, complete with seasonal décor brought to life with help from Cadet Alexis (minus the Charlie Brown tree — that one’s on Sgt. Rick).

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Los Angeles County from Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday night. For storm preparedness information, please visit santamonica.gov/how-to-prepare…

🌧️🚗 Heavy Rain Driving Tips 🚗🌧️ With heavy rain in the forecast, we want to remind everyone to stay safe on the roads. Here are some key tips to help you navigate wet conditions: ✅ Slow Down – Wet roads can be slippery, increasing stopping distance. Reduce your speed and

🌧️🚗 Heavy Rain Driving Tips 🚗🌧️ With heavy rain in the forecast, we want to remind everyone to stay safe on the roads. Here are some key tips to help you navigate wet conditions: ✅ Slow Down – Wet roads can be slippery, increasing stopping distance. Reduce your speed and