Santa Maria Police arrested a teenager for firing a gun in a residential area. The incident occurred on the 800 block of West McElhaney on Friday.
- The teen fired a shot in the front yard and then went back inside. - He surrendered peacefully after police deployed a crisis negotiation team.
- A handgun with an obliterated serial number was found in his bedroom. - He is also linked to a similar shooting the day before on Raaberg Avenue.
The teen faces multiple firearm charges. Police are asking for the public's help with any additional information.