Santa Monica on lockdown after report of apex predator on city street
Santa Monica is currently on lockdown due to a reported sighting of a mountain lion in the area. Residents have been advised to stay indoors and keep their pets inside while authorities search for the animal. There have been no reported injuries, and anyone who sees the mountain lion is urged to call 911.
- ▪The Santa Monica Police Department responded to reports of a mountain lion sighting.
- ▪Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid approaching the animal.
- ▪Authorities are working with wildlife resources to assess the situation.
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Metro breaking Santa Monica on lockdown after report of apex predator on city street By Kevin Barr Published May 29, 2026, 2:31 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google A report of a mountain lion has forced residents of Santa Monica and their tiny pets indoors as officials scour the area for the apex predator. The Santa Monica Police Department descended on the residential area of 14th and Montana Friday morning after someone allegedly saw the animal roaming the area. 3 Santa Monica PD descended on the area after reports of a mountain lion. 3 Videos from the area showed streets closed off as curious onlookers tried to catch a glimpse of the alleged mountain lion.
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