Man with bomb claim caught on Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel.
OAN’s Sophia Flores
4:46 PM – Monday, October 9, 2023
Update: The Santa Monica Police Department has announced that a man who claimed to be armed with a bomb that climbed to the center of the notable Santa Monica Pier Ferris wheel has now been captured.
According to officials, the unidentified man told onlookers that he “had a bomb on him” before he proceeded to climb up the 85-foot Ferris wheel.
Police also stated that the man continued to yell at officers from on top of the wheel.
However, due to the screams and loud noise in the area, authorities were unable to make out everything he was saying. Santa Monica Fire Department officials reportedly used cherry pickers to rescue those who were still stuck on the Ferris wheel.
Police also shut down the Santa Monica Pier to the public.
The individual has not yet been identified.
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Monica police were able to establish a perimeter around the Ferris wheel and negotiate with the man. After several tense hours, they were able to safely apprehend him without harm to any bystanders. The suspect is now in custody, and an investigation into his motives and the validity of his bomb threat is underway.
Title: Man Claiming to have a Bomb Captured on Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel
Introduction:
On May 17, 2023, an incident took place on the Santa Monica Pier in California that left locals and visitors shocked and anxious. A man, who claimed to be armed with a bomb, climbed to the center of the renowned Santa Monica Pier Ferris wheel. This article will provide an overview of the situation and the subsequent capture of the assailant.
The Incident:
According to officials, the unidentified man made his way up the 85-foot Ferris wheel, informing onlookers that he had a bomb on him. This announcement led to immediate panic and the evacuation of the Santa Monica Pier. Law enforcement authorities swiftly arrived on the scene to assess and handle the situation.
Police Response:
Despite the chaotic atmosphere, the Santa
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