On Wednesday night, at about 8:20 p.m., officers responded to a report of a man down behind the Taco Bell at 1919 S. Broadway in Santa Maria.
When officers arrived, they determined that the man had been shot. He was reportedly transported to Marian Regional Medical Center and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Police say the shooter had already left the area by the time officers arrived at the scene and the motive for the shooting is unknown at this time.
Anyone with information related to the shooting is asked to contact the Santa Maria Police Department at (805) 928-3781 ext. 2277.
