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SMPD Conducting Shooting Investigation
SMPD Conducting Shooting Investigation 
Case #SMPD23-0012011
On Saturday, October 14, 2023, at about 12:49 AM, Santa Maria Police Officers were sent to the 1300 block of Yale place regarding a shooting that had just occurred. Officers responded and confirmed a shooting had occurred at a residence in the area. At least one victim was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. This victim is in serious, but stable condition.
The Detective Bureau and Crime Lab were called out to the scene to assist. The Detective Bureau has since taken over this investigation.
This is an active and ongoing investigation, so limited details are currently being released. However, it appears there was a large Halloween party occurring when the shooting occurred. Investigators believe there are numerous witnesses that still need to be interviewed related to this case.
All present and anyone with information related to this investigation are encouraged to contact Detective Juan Rubio at (805) 928-3781, extension 1682. The Communications Center may also be reached at (805) 928-3781, extension 2277.
Prepared by:
Daniel Rios, Lieutenant
Detective Bureau Supervisor
On Saturday, October 14, 2023, at about 12:49 AM, Santa Maria Police Officers were sent to the 1300 block of Yale place regarding a shooting that had just occurred. Officers responded and confirmed a shooting had occurred at a residence in the area. At least one victim was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. This victim is in serious, but stable condition.
The Detective Bureau and Crime Lab were called out to the scene to assist. The Detective Bureau has since taken over this investigation.
This is an active and ongoing investigation, so limited details are currently being released. However, it appears there was a large Halloween party occurring when the shooting occurred. Investigators believe there are numerous witnesses that still need to be interviewed related to this case.
All present and anyone with information related to this investigation are encouraged to contact Detective Juan Rubio at (805) 928-3781, extension 1682. The Communications Center may also be reached at (805) 928-3781, extension 2277.
Prepared by:
Daniel Rios, Lieutenant
Detective Bureau Supervisor
Address/Location
Santa Maria Police Department
1111 W Betteravia Rd
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 805-928-3781