Crime & Safety
Woodland Hills Fatal Stabbing: Suspect Sought
The victim, 41, was found on a sidewalk by a jogger, authorities said.
WOODLAND HILLS, CA — A man was found stabbed to death Tuesday in Woodland Hills, and an investigation was underway.
Officers were sent to the 5100 block of San Feliciano Drive just before 5:50 a.m. after a witness jogging in the area found the man with multiple stab wounds to his back lying unconscious and not breathing on a sidewalk, the Los Angeles Police Department reported.
Paramedics arrived at the scene prior to police, and pronounced the man dead. His name was not released, though police noted he was 41 years old.
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A preliminary investigation indicated to authorities that the man was stabbed in the middle of the street and walked to the sidewalk before he collapsed. Police also reported detectives "have not located any evidence that this incident was related to a traffic collision," though no further details were immediately available.
Authorities are canvassing the area for surveillance footage and additional witnesses, and anyone with information about the death was asked to contact LAPD Detective Steve Castro at 818-374-1925. Calls made during non- business hours or on weekends can be directed to 877-527-3247.
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Anonymous tips can be called in to Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or submitted online at lacrimestoppers.org.
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