Executive Summary
- A homicide investigation is underway in Cerritos after a man was found dead Saturday morning.
- The body was discovered by pedestrians near the San Gabriel River overpass.
- The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner will determine the official cause of death.
A homicide investigation has been initiated by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) following the discovery of a man’s body near the San Gabriel River in Cerritos, California, on Saturday morning. The incident was reported shortly before 8 a.m. near the intersection of South Street and Studebaker Road.
According to law enforcement officials, a couple walking on the overpass above the San Gabriel River observed the body and immediately contacted 911. Detectives described the deceased as a man between the ages of 30 and 40 who appeared to be homeless.
While initial reports suggested the victim may have been stabbed, authorities have not confirmed the specific nature of the injuries at the scene. Lt. Michael Modica of the LASD Homicide Bureau stated in an interview, “We cannot tell the injuries at this point, but the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner will come and address the body and find out what kind of wounds there are and make the determination for the cause of death.”
Investigative Scope
The progression of this case currently hinges on the forensic analysis provided by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner, which will definitively establish the cause and manner of death. In the absence of immediate witness testimony regarding the crime itself, the identification of the victim and the establishment of a timeline regarding his movements will be pivotal for investigators. Law enforcement is urging anyone with information regarding the incident to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau.
