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Update to homicide investigation.
Update to homicide investigation. 
Case #: SMPD25-0006995
This is an update to a homicide that occurred on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at approximately 9:38 p.m., in the 300 block of East McElhaney.
The victim in this investigation has been identified as Evaristo Ortiz Cortez, 44 years of age, a resident of Santa Maria.
This case is still under investigation. The Santa Maria Police Department is requesting anyone with information contact Detective Rubio, at 805-928-3781 1682.
Lt. Van Meel
Address/Location
Santa Maria Police Department
1111 W Betteravia Rd
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 805-928-3781