Santa Monica Pier Lobster Bust & Festival | Venice Beach News

Santa Monica Pier turned into a seafood heist scene when cops nabbed six people smuggling 34 lobsters—stashed in bags, cars, and even a baby stroller—before returning them alive to protect the fishery. Meanwhile, the city gears up for the cash-generating Ocean Way Festival this September, featuring local vendors, free concerts, and beach cleanups right on the pier. In other news, police safely stopped a car linked to a Whittier armed robbery, part of ongoing efforts to keep the streets safe amid new parking zones and restaurant openings. But caution: ocean water quality at the pier is poor due to bacteria, heat, wildfires, and high tides—so stay out and stay safe. It’s a city always buzzing with drama, culture, and caution. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/64d69e3cee7b3361