Dark reality of Santa Barbara County town where 5 teens killed in suspected DUI crash

Published
June 12, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Santa Maria, California
intersection of South Broadway and Miller Street
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Incident type
DUI, Crash

Summary

Dui Crash Santa Maria California in Santa Maria, California: A vehicle traveling at high speed crashed into a traffic pole at the intersection of South Broadway and Miller Street in Santa Maria. Five teenagers were killed and a sixth victim was critically injured, with evidence suggesting possible DUI involvement. The incident occurred early Sunday, within the past week.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Nicolas Munoz-Gautreaux Driver Fatal
Jennifer Gutierrez Driver Fatal
Guendi Beatrice Gamez Escalante Driver Fatal
Ava Yusbeli Diaz Galvez Driver Fatal
Isabella Star Vigil Driver Fatal
Aurelio Calixtro Matia Driver Hospitalized

Original reporting

Dark reality of Santa Barbara County town where 5 teens killed in suspected DUI crash

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