Santa Barbara, Calif. – On Sunday, August 15, 2021, at around 5:00 a.m. officers from the California Highway Patrol were conducting a traffic collision investigation along the northbound lanes of Highway 101 just north of the Gaviota tunnel when they discovered a motorcycle and a deceased male in the bushes. A records check revealed the motorcycle was associated with missing person, John Mario Fuegos of Lompoc. After further examination, it was confirmed that the deceased male was John Mario Fuegos. Next of kin has been notified of Mr. Fuegos’ death. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the fatal motorcycle collision.