NewsNBC Los Angeles (KNBC) – LocalJuly 2, 2026Los Angeles
Police shooting at Los Robles Regional Medical Center
A Simi Valley police officer shot a hospitalized attempted murder suspect at Los Robles Regional Medical Center in Thousand Oaks on Thursday. The suspect, who was in custody following a domestic stabbing incident, remains in stable condition, and no other injuries were reported.
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A police-involved shooting occurred at a major regional hospital, triggering an investigation by the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office into the conduct of an on-duty officer.
Key Facts
- A Simi Valley police officer shot a 46-year-old male suspect at Los Robles Regional Medical Center on Thursday at approximately 12:20 p.m.
- The suspect was in police custody at the hospital following an arrest for attempted murder related to a domestic dispute.
- The initial domestic dispute occurred at 1:30 a.m. on Thursday in the 2000 block of Clover Street in Simi Valley.
- The suspect and his wife were both found with stab wounds at the Clover Street residence.
- The shooting occurred on the fourth floor of a medical center building while the officer was monitoring the suspect.
- The officer fired their weapon after seeking medical assistance for the suspect.
- The suspect remains in stable condition following the shooting.
- No hospital staff, visitors, or other patients were injured during the incident.
- The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit is investigating the shooting.
- Authorities stated there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Who's Mentioned
organizationVentura County Sheriff’s Office“The agency conducting the investigation into the police shooting.”personRick Morton“Simi Valley Police Department Sergeant who provided initial statements.”organizationSimi Valley Police Department“The department involved in the initial arrest and the subsequent shooting.”locationLos Robles Regional Medical Center“The site of the initial medical treatment and the subsequent police shooting.”