In a devastating incident in Creston, a 40-year-old woman, Maria Quesada, lost her life after being shot by her 60-year-old stepfather, Arturo Quesada. The tragedy unfolded on Wednesday afternoon when the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office received a report of shots fired in the quiet neighborhood.
Responding swiftly to the 911 call made by a distressed woman involved in a family incident, deputies arrived at the residence located on the 2700 block of Calf Canyon Highway. Gunshots were audible in the background during the call, intensifying the urgency of the situation.
Upon entering the house, deputies discovered the lifeless bodies of Arturo Quesada and Maria Quesada. Preliminary investigations revealed that Arturo had shot Maria multiple times before turning the weapon on himself. The motive behind this tragic act remains under investigation.
The San Luis Obispo County Sheriff’s Office expressed its condolences to the affected family and community. As this incident sends shockwaves through Creston, authorities urge anyone facing distress due to abuse or any other issue to seek help. The Central Coast Hotline can be reached at 800-783-0607.
This heart-wrenching event highlights the critical need for support services and intervention in cases of domestic distress, emphasizing the importance of community awareness and action against such incidents.
