SMPD is asking for help identifying the suspect

The man fled the scene eastbound on Santa Monica Boulevard toward 7th St

Santa Monica Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with an assault that occurred around 12:35 p.m. on September 22 near the 1400 block of Alley 5.

The suspect is described as a black man or man of another race, between 25 and 35 years old, with bleached blonde hair and a black beard. He was last seen wearing a dark shirt and shorts and has tattoos on his forearms. The subject fled the scene eastbound on Santa Monica Boulevard toward 7th Street.

Authorities have released video footage and photos of the suspect and are asking anyone who recognizes him or may have information about the incident to contact Detective Sean Baker at [email protected] or Detective Sergeant Chad Goodwin at chad.goodwin@santamonica .gov to contact.

Additionally, the public can contact investigators at 310-458-8932.