On May 22, 2026, the Santa Maria Police Department was notified by Marian Regional Medical Center that the victim involved in the May 16 stabbing incident succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
The victim’s identity is currently being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The suspect remains in custody, and the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Santa Maria Police Department at (805) 928-3781. Please ask for Detective Hesch at extension 1349 or Detective J. Rubio at extension 1682.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.
