Suspect identified in collision that killed toddler in Santa Maria

Update from Santa Maria Police
October 30, 2024

This is an update on a fatal traffic accident that occurred on 10/13/24 in the 600 block of West Cypress.

The suspect in this traffic accident has been identified as Federico Garcia Galvez, 35, of Santa Maria. Galvez is currently wanted for a collision causing injury or death.

The deceased has been identified as Rosalia Ortega, 1 year old, of Santa Maria.

This case is still under investigation. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect or the collision is asked to contact Officer Robles at 805-929-3781 extension 2315.

Santa Maria police investigate traffic accident that struck and killed baby

By Santa Maria Police
October 14, 2024

On 10/13/24 at 1:05 PM, SMPD officers responded to the 600 block of West Cypress for a call of a vehicle hitting a 1-year-old.

The child was transported to Marian Medical Center and, despite life-saving efforts, was pronounced deceased.

The SMPD Traffic Bureau responded and took charge of the investigation, which remains ongoing.

The SMPD Traffic Bureau asks anyone with information to call 805-928-3781 extension 2315 for Officer Robles, or extension 1355 for Officer Rhoads.