Arrests and Calls for Service

Your police department strives to be transparent and we are committed to openness and accountability. 

Attached is a review of crime, calls for service and arrest data for the City of Santa Monica during the second quarter of 2022. This review covers the data from 2018 – 2022 and provides a comprehensive look at the crime in Santa Monica during the first two quarters of 2022 and how that compares to the previous four years. Part 1 offenses. which include Homicide, Rape, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Larceny, Grand Theft Auto and Arson, showed no notable change in the number of incidents in 2022, compared to the same timeframe in 2021. (More Details on Part One Crimes) Part II offenses demonstrated an 8% increase in reported incidents. Part II crimes include simple assault, DUIs, fraud, vandalism, narcotics, etc. (More Details on Part Two Crimes). 

SMPD’s Crime Analysts conducted a review and analysis of the reported information. It is important to note, this is preliminary data used to inform the public. Information is extracted by the occurrence date and may change after review and investigation. The information obtained by our analysts gives our department the opportunity to strategically plan how we efficiently and effectively protect our city. We remain sensitive to and respectful of the experiences of our residents, businesses, and visitors. Our focus and attention to issues of crime and disorder will always be a top priority at SMPD. In the first two quarters of 2022, arrests are up 26% and the department continues to increase visibility through bike patrols and other forward-facing efforts. 

The Department has added and redeployed officers to ensure a visible presence Citywide. In the Downtown area for example, the designated Downtown Services Unit has increased the number of officers available to address quality of life concerns. Additionally, we have special operations using new technology like mobile cameras and drones to supplement these efforts. You’ll continue to see more officers on foot and on bikes patrolling, not only the Promenade and Downtown parking structures, but throughout your neighborhoods. 

The Santa Monica Police Department is a Constitutional organization driven by the principles of democracy. We are committed to providing the absolute best service and public safety while protecting everyone’s rights, practicing the tenets of 21st Century policing. We are dedicated and will continue to work in conjunction with our civic and community partners to solve problems and make our city a safe and great place to live, work and visit.