A traffic collision early Sunday in Santa Maria left five people dead, and a sixth in critical condition. The incident happened at the intersection of South Broadway and Miller Street.
Police say a vehicle smashed into a traffic signal pole. Four people were pronounced dead at the scene, and a fifth later died at a hospital. A sixth person remains in critical condition.
Investigators are trying to determine what led to the crash. Evidence at the scene indicates alcohol and vehicle speed might have been a factor.
The names of the victims haven’t been released.
