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Santa Maria Teen Arrested for Firing Gun

30 May 2026 16:36

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.

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