Homicide Report > Duc Vinh Dam, 32
Duc Vinh Dam, 32
Died Dec. 4, 2011
Duc Vinh Dam, a 32-year-old Asian man, was fatally stabbed Sunday, Dec. 4, in the 400 block of Gina Drive in Carson, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.
[Editor's note: An earlier version of this post, based on information from the coroner's office, listed the victim as an unidentified male.]
The victim had a confrontation with his brother-in-law and sustained more than 100 stab wounds, said Ed Winter of the coroner’s office.
Officials responded to a 911 call in the afternoon after the victim was discovered by his sister-in-law. English-speaking barriers delayed the 911 call, officials said. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene at 4:46 p.m.
Investigators have named Peter Alvarez Tapia, a 36-year-old Latino, as a suspect, said Sgt. M. Lillienfeld, but it appears that Tapia has fled to Mexico. There is no warrant yet for his arrest.
Detectives provided no additional information. Anyone with details about the stabbing is asked to contact the sheriff’s homicide bureau at (323) 890-5500. Tipsters wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.
— Rosanna Xia
- Neighborhood: Carson
- Age: 32
- Gender: Male
- Cause: Stabbing
- Day of the week: Sunday
- Agency: LASD Homicide
- Race/Ethnicity: Asian
- Circumstance: Domestic violence
- Crime scene: Residence
Eight reader comments about Duc Vinh Dam
100 stab wounds? That's just absolutely terrible. I hope this man rests in peace. :(
Dec. 9, 2011 at 8:22 a.m.
"total overkill" rest in peace!
Dec. 9, 2011 at 6:24 p.m.
So sad. And to think his brother-in-law will get away with it is heart breaking. Rest in peace, Duc.
Dec. 10, 2011 at 10:59 p.m.
There were so many different reports. We originally thought he was shot to death, but now it breaks my heart thinking that he was stabbed and suffered so much. I hope they find and catch the person who is responsible for this death. Duc was an amazing person and nothing is going to replace him.
Dec. 10, 2011 at 11:32 p.m.
This article does not mention that Duc was one week away from completing nursing school and was a war veteran. He was a very special man and this loss will forever haunt so many of us.
Dec. 12, 2011 at 12:16 a.m.
To Duc's family, I hope you get the real truth behind what happened to your son. I want to say to Duc's family that your son was an incredible person and had wonderful attitude about life. Rest in peace Duc you will always be remembered for the wonder things you have done in peoples lives. We love you forever.
Dec. 12, 2011 at 6:41 p.m.
Fled to Mexico huh? smh
Dec. 13, 2011 at 4:28 a.m.
I just do not understand why there is no warrant yet for his arrest. This killer has no heart and he is just like the animal...has no sense of humor...
Dec. 15, 2011 at 10:22 p.m.
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