Attempted murder suspect shot at Los Robles remains hospitalized
Thousand Oaks Acorn
July 9, 2026
A Simi Valley man remains hospitalized in stable condition at Los Robles Regional Medical Center after being shot by a Simi Valley police officer on July 2. The incident began earlier that day when officers responded to a call at the home of 46-year-old Luis Santiago Ramirez-Macias. He is now facing attempted murder charges, and the officer who fired was assigned to guard him at the hospital.
This story, first reported by the Thousand Oaks Acorn, hits close to home for our community. Los Robles is a familiar landmark for many of us, and the presence of law enforcement at our local hospital serves as a reminder of the serious incidents that can unfold even in our typically quiet corner of the 805. As details continue to emerge, residents are left with questions about how such a volatile situation ended up at our doorstep.
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