Decomposing Body Found In Rancho Palos Verdes, Investigation Underway

PALOS VERDES, CA — A homicide investigation is underway after a decomposing body was discovered by a hiker in Ranchos Palos Verdes, authorities said Sunday.

Deputies found the adult's body beneath the cliffs in the 31000 block of Palos Verdes Drive South, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

Investigators believe the death might have been a result of falling from Dina's Viewpoint, according to the LASD.

"The unknown adult appears to have been deceased at the location for an extended period due to severe decomposition," the LASD stated.

The department also clarified that the incident was not related to recent discoveries of human remains along the shoreline, where two boaters riding high surf had gone missing after their boat capsized on Tuesday.

Anyone with information about this incident was asked to contact the LASD's Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous can call 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org