Man in custody after climbing Ferris wheel at Santa Monica Pier, no bomb located

Police said no bomb or incendiary device was located.
Monday, October 9, 2023
SANTA MONICA, Calif. (KABC) -- A man who climbed the Ferris wheel at the Santa Monica Pier and told people he had a bomb was safely removed and has been taken into custody.

It all started Monday afternoon when Santa Monica police officers received reports that a man scaled the ride and was telling people he had a bomb.
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Officers spent several hours clearing out Santa Monica's Pacific Park as they attempted to talk to the man, who they said appeared to be in crisis. According to a tweet from police, no bomb or incendiary device was located.


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No injuries were reported.

Pacific Park has since reopened to visitors.

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