SLO County woman killed in late-night hit-and-run

A Nipomo woman died Saturday night after she was struck by a vehicle in northwest Santa Maria, according to the Santa Maria Police Department.

Just before midnight, officers responded to the collision at the intersection of Bunny Avenue and Blosser Road, said Lt. Matthew Kline.

Personnel from the Santa Maria Fire Department also responded and rendered aid to the 46-year-old woman.

However, she was pronounced deceased at the scene, Kline added.

Her name was withheld pending notification of relatives.

The driver fled the scene immediately following the collision, Kline said.

Officers continued their investigation and subsequently located the suspect’s vehicle.

After contacting the driver, officers arrested a 30-year-old Santa Maria man, whose name wasn’t released.

He was booked into the Santa Barbara County Jail on multiple felony charges.

Anyone who has information regarding the incident can contact Officer Nick Barton at 805-928-3781, ext. 1358.

This story was originally published February 22, 2026 at 11:36 AM with the headline "SLO County woman killed in late-night hit-and-run."