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Beachfront Shooting

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On Friday, December 9, 2022, at approximately 8:45 pm, the Santa Barbara Police Department Combined Communications Center received multiple 9-1-1 calls regarding a possible shooting in the area of Stearn’s Wharf at Cabrillo Blvd. and State St. 

Multiple Santa Barbara Police Department Officers and Harbor Patrol Officers arrived on scene quickly locating a single victim and began rendering medical aid. The suspect(s) were last seen fleeing the area on foot prior to police arrival.

Paramedics arrived on scene and transported the victim to Cottage Hospital. The victim’s current condition is unknown at this time. The suspect(s) are still outstanding, and the police department is actively investigating this case. The incident appears to be isolated and there is no apparent immediate threat to the general public.

No other information is currently available.

Anyone with any information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Santa Barbara Police Department – 805-882-8900.