Police are seeking the public’s help in finding those responsible for the death of an infant.
On Feb. 23, at approximately 4:20pm, officers were dispatched to the area of 67th Street and Gardenia Avenue to assist the Long Beach Fire Department with the dead body of an infant that appeared to have been burned.
Upon their arrival, officers conducted a preliminary investigation and notified the homicide detail. Detectives responded to the scene and confirmed the deceased was that of an infant and not burned, but in a state of decomposition giving it that appearance.
The deceased infant was found by neighborhood residents who were walking in an alley where 67th Street and Gardenia Avenue meet. The infant was among some cardboard boxes and debris.
The cause of death is unknown at press time and will be determined by the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office. They will also determine the approximate age and race of the infant.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police are asking for the public’s help. Those aware of someone who was recently pregnant but is no longer in that condition and is not caring for an infant, are asked to notify police.
Those with any information should contact homicide detectives Peter Lackovic, Sean Irving or Oscar Valenzuela at (562) 570-7244. Those wishing to remain anonymous may call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), text TIPLA plus the tip to 274637 (CRIMES) or visit http://www.lacrimestoppers.org .
