Homicide Report > Jorge Garcia, 52
Jorge Garcia, 52
Died April 2, 2011 at 11:35 p.m.
Jorge Garcia, a 52-year-old Latino, died Saturday, April 2, in the 8900 block of Gallatin Road in Pico Rivera, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.
Sheriff's deputies responded to a 911 call about 11:30 p.m. and found the bodies of Garcia and his 79-year old mother, Martha Garcia.
One of Garcia's brothers, who was not identified by police, was arrested on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon for allegedly attacking another brother, who had called 911. The wounded brother, who also was not identified by police, was treated at a hospital.
Jorge Garcia sustained blunt-force trauma wounds and his mother had been stabbed, authorities said.
Anyone with additional details about the killings is asked to contact the sheriff's homicide bureau at (323) 890-5500. Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (800-222-8477).
— Bettina Boxall
- Neighborhood: Pico Rivera
- Age: 52
- Gender: Male
- Cause: Blunt force
- Day of the week: Saturday
- Agency: LASD Homicide
- Race/Ethnicity: Latino
- Circumstance: Domestic violence
- Crime scene: Residence
Garcia was killed at the same place and on the same day as Martha Garcia.
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One reader comment about Jorge Garcia
you were with my mom for 5 years all i can say is u were like a dad to me I love and miss you rip george
April 16, 2011 at 5:44 p.m.
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