SANTA MONICA, CA — December 9, 2025 — A 31-year-old man was taken into custody Monday night following a fatal stabbing inside a residence in the 1700 block of Delaware Avenue, according to the Santa Monica Police Department.
Officers responded to a 9-1-1 call reporting a possible assault in progress at approximately 9:20 p.m. on December 8. Upon arrival, officers contacted the reporting party, who directed them inside the home. Inside the residence, officers located a 71-year-old man suffering from critical injuries consistent with a stabbing. Santa Monica Fire Department personnel responded and pronounced the man deceased at the scene.
The suspect, identified as the victim’s son, was located inside the residence and taken into custody without incident. Detectives from the department’s Criminal Investigations Division secured the scene and obtained a search warrant. Forensic specialists are now processing physical evidence, including a weapon recovered at the location.
Authorities said the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under active investigation. The suspect is expected to be booked on suspicion of homicide, and the case will be presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for filing consideration.
Police emphasized that the incident appears to be isolated and occurred within a private residence. There is no ongoing threat to the community, though officers maintained a presence in the area throughout the investigation.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact SMPD Detective Peter Zamfirov at (310) 458-8451 or the Watch Commander at (310) 458-8427.
The suspect, identified as the victim’s son, was located inside the residence and taken into custody without incident. Detectives from the department’s Criminal Investigations Division secured the scene and obtained a search warrant. Forensic specialists are now processing physical evidence, including a weapon recovered at the location.
Authorities said the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under active investigation. The suspect is expected to be booked on suspicion of homicide, and the case will be presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for filing consideration.
Police emphasized that the incident appears to be isolated and occurred within a private residence. There is no ongoing threat to the community, though officers maintained a presence in the area throughout the investigation.
Anyone with information related to the case is encouraged to contact SMPD Detective Peter Zamfirov at (310) 458-8451 or the Watch Commander at (310) 458-8427.
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