A late-night stabbing in South Los Angeles has left a 38-year-old man dead, and police are continuing to search for the person responsible. The incident happened near a reported fire in the Historic South-Central neighborhood, where emergency crews found the victim on a sidewalk before transporting him to a hospital. Investigators have not yet released information about a suspect or a possible motive.
Incident
A 38-year-old man has died after a stabbing late Thursday night near the intersection of San Pedro Street and East Adams Boulevard in South Los Angeles.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department, officers responded to reports of a stabbing at approximately 11:10 p.m. Thursday. Los Angeles Fire Department personnel also arrived at the scene and found the victim lying on the sidewalk near a bicycle.
The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Victim
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner identified the victim as Kevin Dandridge, 38.
County officials confirmed his identity after he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Authorities have not released additional information about the circumstances leading up to the stabbing.
Location
The stabbing occurred at the intersection of San Pedro Street and East Adams Boulevard in the Historic South-Central area, a neighborhood within South Los Angeles.
The area has a long history of community organizing and activism. At the same time, it continues to face challenges related to violent crime and long-term underinvestment, according to reporting by the Los Angeles Times. Community leaders have said these ongoing issues can make violence prevention and emergency response more difficult.
Investigation
Police said the suspect remains at large, and no arrest has been announced.
Investigators have not released a description of the suspect or identified a possible motive. Officials also have not said what events led to the stabbing or whether the reported fire was connected to the incident.
According to MyNewsLA, officers located Dandridge near a bicycle when they arrived at the scene.
Appeal
The investigation remains active as detectives work to gather additional evidence.
Anyone with information about the stabbing is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles Police Department. Authorities are asking members of the public to come forward with any information that may assist the investigation.
FAQs
Who was the victim?
The victim was identified as Kevin Dandridge, 38.
Where did the stabbing happen?
At San Pedro Street and East Adams Boulevard.
Has a suspect been arrested?
No. Police say the suspect remains at large.
When did the incident occur?
Around 11:10 p.m. Thursday.
Who is investigating the case?
The Los Angeles Police Department.
