News
Released: May 9, 2026 - Saturday, 02:45 PM
The Sheriff's Office has concluded its search at the property of Susan Flores, located in the 500 Block of East Branch Street in Arroyo Grande.
We did not recover Kristin Smart.
Detectives will be evaluating any evidence we have recovered to aid in the investigation.
The Sheriff's Office remains fully committed to finding Kristin and bringing her home to her family.
No further information is available. At this time, the Sheriff’s Office will not be making any additional comments or providing any further updates regarding this investigation.
Search Warrant Update
Contact: Tony CipollaPhone: 805-781-4547Date and time of incident: 5-9-2026Place of Occurrence: 500 Block of East Branch Street, Arroyo GrandeVictim Information: N/ASuspect Information: N/AThe Sheriff's Office has concluded its search at the property of Susan Flores, located in the 500 Block of East Branch Street in Arroyo Grande.
We did not recover Kristin Smart.
Detectives will be evaluating any evidence we have recovered to aid in the investigation.
The Sheriff's Office remains fully committed to finding Kristin and bringing her home to her family.
No further information is available. At this time, the Sheriff’s Office will not be making any additional comments or providing any further updates regarding this investigation.
