Santa Barbara, Calif. – Sheriff’s detectives are investigating a homicide involving a 17-year-old male juvenile victim. On Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at approximately 8:48 p.m., deputies responded with fire and medics to the area of San Simeon and Turnpike Road for a report of a subject down in the roadway. When deputies arrived, they learned that a victim had been stabbed and that several male subjects had fled the area prior to their arrival. The victim was quickly transported to an area hospital with serious injuries.

Sheriff’s deputies, a Sheriff’s K9 unit, and allied agencies cordoned off the area and searched for the subjects who fled, however no suspects were located during the initial search. Sadly, at approximately 9:33 p.m., the victim died from his injuries at the hospital. Sheriff’s detectives responded to the scene and have been investigating this incident. At this time, there have not been any arrests in this case.

This investigation remains ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to contact Sheriff’s Detectives at (805)681-4150. If you prefer to remain anonymous, you can provide information by calling our tip line at (805)681-4171 or online at SBSheriff.org. The Sheriff’s Office will provide further updates to the public on this case as it progresses.