Man Fatally Shot by Santa Monica Police After Allegedly Charging With Knife
A person was fatally shot by officers in Santa Monica after reportedly charging at them with a knife.
Los Angeles, CA, August 22, 2026 —
A suspect is dead after being shot by officers in Santa Monica on Monday. The individual was reportedly armed with a knife and charged at officers, according to preliminary reports.
The incident occurred when Santa Monica Police Department officers responded to a call. Details regarding the specific nature of the call were not immediately available. Upon encountering the individual, officers reported that the suspect advanced toward them wielding a knife. In response to the perceived threat, officers discharged their firearms, striking the suspect.
Emergency medical services were dispatched to the scene. Despite their efforts, the individual sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased. The identity of the deceased, as well as the names of the officers involved, have not been released by authorities at this time.
The Santa Monica Police Department has initiated an investigation into the shooting. The department stated that the investigation is standard procedure in all officer-involved shootings. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is expected to conduct an independent review of the incident, a common practice in such cases to ensure thoroughness and transparency.
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