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Woman Found Dead in LA Encampment; Dog Bites Suspected
6 Mar
Summary
- Woman identified as Claudia Guerrero, 36, found in South LA encampment.
- Potential dog bite wounds noted, cause of death pending coroner's report.
- Deputies found several dogs at the scene; investigation ongoing.
A woman, identified as 36-year-old Claudia Guerrero, was discovered deceased in a homeless encampment in South Los Angeles early on Thursday, March 6, 2026. Her body was found by deputies late the previous night on 87th Street, near Vermont Avenue. Authorities reported potential dog bite wounds, though the exact cause of death is pending the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's investigation.
Several dogs were observed at the scene when deputies arrived to investigate. Lieutenant Steve Dejong of the LASD stated that the nature of Guerrero's injuries would be determined by the coroner, and it was uncertain if the potential bites caused her death or if they were inflicted afterward. Animal control officers also attended the scene. The Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau has requested anyone with information to contact them.
