Body found in trash can in Sunland
The discovery was made Tuesday the 8500 block of Wentworth Street.
SUNLAND — The Los Angeles Police Department launched an investigation Tuesday after a body was discovered inside a trash can in Sunland.
Officers responded to the 8500 block of Wentworth Street around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday to a report of a body inside a sealed trash can, according to an LAPD spokesman.
Further details about the body’s discovery were not released.
The area was blocked off and traffic was diverted during the investigation.
Anyone with information regarding the discovery of the body was urged to contact the LAPD Valley Bureau Homicide Division at 818-374-9550. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org