This is an update to the news release concerning a fatal traffic collision that took place on January 4, 2025, at approximately 6:12 PM at the intersection of Main and Russell in Santa Maria.
The decedent has been identified as Cecilia DeJesus, 69, of Santa Maria.
The investigation is ongoing.
At approximately 6:12 PM on January 4, 2025, the Santa Maria Police Department responded to a vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision at the intersection of Russell and Main St. Upon arrival, officers located a 68-year-old female pedestrian in the eastbound lanes of Main St. Medical personnel immediately rendered aid and transported the individual to Marian Medical Center for further treatment.
The Santa Maria Police Department was informed a short time later that the pedestrian had succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased. The driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated fully with officers.
Preliminary findings indicate that neither alcohol nor drugs were contributing factors.
The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin.
The Santa Maria Police Department’s Traffic Bureau is actively investigating the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Officer Jensen at (805) 928-3781, extension 1233.
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