Man accused of shooting Santa Monica officer, 2 children could face 104 years in prison

The Brief

  • David John Hairston has been charged with shooting a Santa Monica Police officer.
  • Police also believe Hairston was the man who shot two children in a Waymo in Santa Monica earlier in the week.
  • Hairston could face up to 104 years to life in prison if convicted.

SANTA MONICA, Calif. The man accused of shooting a Santa Monica police officer days after he allegedly shot two children in a Waymo has been charged with three counts of attempted murder and is facing decades in prison.

What we know:

Hairston appeared in court on Friday. In addition to the attempted murder charges, Hairston is also facing several gun-related charges. His bail was set at $4 million.

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