SANTA MARIA, Calif. - Santa Maria Police are searching for a suspect who allegedly shot a man in his home early Thursday morning.
According to Police, at about 3:31am, Santa Maria Police Officers were dispatched to the 400 block of E. Park Street to a report of a shooting that just occurred inside of a residence. Upon arrival, Officers found a Santa Maria man inside the home who had sustained a gunshot wound to his upper torso. The victim was transported to the Marian Medical Center; however, he was ultimately airlifted to Cottage Hospital for further treatment. It appears his injury is non-life threatening.
Further investigation revealed that an adult male suspect, wearing dark clothing and a mask, forced his way into the home and fired multiple shots. After the victim was struck by the gunfire, the suspect fled the scene.
The exact motive behind the shooting remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this crime is urged to contact the Santa Maria Police Department at (805)928-3781 ext. 277.
