On March 5, 2005, at 11:02 pm, Santa Monica Police responded to 1600 Ocean Park Blvd., the Moose Lodge, regarding a call of shots fired.  Preliminary investigation indicated that during a private party at the Moose Lodge an argument occurred between several subjects.  During the argument inside the Moose Lodge several shots were fired.  Three subjects were shot inside the location and two were later pronounced dead at the scene.  The third victim was transported to a local hospital and his condition is unknown.

The victims have not been identified and the investigation is on going.  Detectives are interviewing approximately 50-70 witnesses who were attending the private party. 

The suspects are described as two Males of Hispanic origin, 18-20 years of age, wearing dark hooded sweatshirts.

Anyone having additional information is encouraged to contact the Robbery-Homicide Unit of the Santa Monica Police Department at 310-458-8451.  Callers who wish to remain anonymous may also call the We-Tip national hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463).