Santa Maria Police investigating a shooting that occurred on the 900 block of south Russell. Two victims transported to local hospitals. 
On June 26, 2019, shortly after midnight the Santa Maria Police Department began receiving 911 calls of gunshots heard in the alley of 900 block south Russell. Upon arrival officers located two gunshot victims in the vicinity along with a crime scene. Both victims were transported to area hospitals and there condition is unknown at this time.
SMPD Detectives were notified along with the Crime Lab to conduct the investigation. It was discovered that the victims were approached in the alley by unknown suspects just prior to the shooting.
SMPD Detective Woessner is requesting anyone with information on this crime call 805-928-3781 X1929. Callers can also call the tip line at 805-928-3781 X COPS (2677).
Sergeant Magallon
Address/Location
Santa Maria Police Department
1111 W Betteravia Rd
Santa Maria, CA 93455
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 805-928-3781