A mountain lion sighting disrupted a Santa Monica neighborhood Friday as police closed off some areas and urged residents to remain indoors.
Saturday, May 30, 2026 12:07AMA mountain lion sighting disrupted a Santa Monica neighborhood Friday as police closed off some areas and urged residents to remain indoors while authorities attempted to capture the big cat.
The animal was first spotted around 8 a.m. prowling in the city -- far from its native environment in the hills. It was later seen hiding in the bushes of a home near 14th Street and Montana Avenue. It ended up sleeping in someone's backyard. Video from the scene shows that at one point the mountain lion ran into an alley where wildlife officials were waiting with what appeared to be tranquilizer guns.
Police blocked the alley with caution tape and multiple streets in the area were closed. Wildlife officials are working to catch the animal as residents are being told to keep their pets indoors. Officials were reportedly able to strike the animal with at least one of the tranquilizer darts and are waiting for the animal to fall asleep. The big cat was last seen in a yard near the intersection of Euclid Street and Marguerita Avenue, north of Montana Avenue.
No injuries have been reported. This is a developing story. This article will continue to be updated as more information becomes available. Copyright © 2026 KABC Television, LLC. All rights reserved.
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