A single-vehicle crash in Santa Maria early Sunday morning killed five people and left one in critical condition. The collision occurred at South Broadway and Miller Street just after 1:30 a.m.
when a car struck a traffic signal pole. - Four victims were pronounced dead at the scene; a fifth died later at the hospital.
- One person remains in critical condition at Marian Regional Medical Center. - Police suspect alcohol and excessive speed may have contributed to the crash.
- The identities of the deceased are being withheld pending family notification. Authorities are continuing their investigation and ask anyone with information to contact the Santa Maria Police Department.