Man arrested for brutal attack on homeless woman in Santa Monica
- A 25-year-old homeless woman was attacked in Santa Monica, suffering severe injuries including facial trauma.
- The suspect, identified as Oscar Benn, was arrested on November 14 after tips from the public led to his identification.
- The police have expressed gratitude to the community for their assistance in apprehending the attacker, emphasizing the seriousness of the crime.
In September 2023, a homeless woman in Santa Monica received severe injuries during an unprovoked attack. The incident occurred on September 22 at approximately 12:30 a.m. when the woman, who was new to the area, was assaulted, resulting in facial trauma and signs of strangulation. Witnesses reported that the assailant kicked and punched her while she was on the ground. After the attack, the Santa Monica Police Department released video footage of the suspect fleeing the scene, which eventually led to tips from the community identifying him as Oscar Benn, a 27-year-old from Altadena. He was arrested on November 14, 2023, and is currently being held on a $2 million bail, facing charges of attempted murder. Despite her injuries, the victim is reportedly recovering well.