Santa Maria Police respond to sexual battery near Santa Maria High School 
On Friday, October 30, 2026 at around 1252 hours, SMPD officers were dispatched to a report of a sexual battery near SMHS. Officers responded and learned an adult male, later identified as 25 yr. old Miguel Bolanos Rodas, approached and inappropriately touched a female high school student. After the assault, Rodas fought with several bytanders attempting to detain him for police. Officers located Rodas and he was taken into custody after a brief foot pursuit. He was booked into Santa Barbara County Jail for multiple violations. Anyone who may have witnessed the event or has additional information is encouraged to call SMPD.
Prepared by: Sgt. Andy Brice/Patrol Sergeant
Santa Maria Police Department
1111 W. Betteravia Rd.
Santa Maria CA 93455
(805)928-3781
Address/Location
Santa Maria Police Department
1111 W Betteravia Rd
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 805-928-3781