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Judge Cuts Bail, Seizes Attacker’s Dog in Santa Monica

5/31/2026

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A judge cut Nay Min Tar’s bail from $50,000 to $2,500 after prosecutors sought the higher amount.
Tar, 49, was charged with threat and misdemeanor battery for attacking a couple on Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade and remains in custody.
Santa Monica police are reviewing video and statements to decide on hate-motivated charges.
Animal Control seized Tar’s male Cane Corso, quarantined it at a local shelter, and retained it pending further action.

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Story summary

A judge cut Nay Min Tar’s bail from $50,000 to $2,500 after prosecutors sought the higher amount.
Tar, 49, was charged with threat and misdemeanor battery for attacking a couple on Santa Monica’s Third Street Promenade and remains in custody.
Santa Monica police are reviewing video and statements to decide on hate-motivated charges.
Animal Control seized Tar’s male Cane Corso, quarantined it at a local shelter, and retained it pending further action.