Police asked for the public’s help Friday in locating a suspect wanted in connection with a fatal stabbing in Canoga Park.
Officers responded at around 9:19 p.m. Thursday to the 8500 block of International Avenue following reports of an assault, according to the Los Angeles Police Department. They found a man on the sidewalk suffering from a sharp-force injury, police said.
“A confrontation ensued, resulting in the suspect stabbing the victim in the upper extremities. The suspect then fled the scene on foot,” police said in a statement.
Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics pronounced the victim dead at the scene. His name was withheld pending notification of relatives.
Anyone with information regarding the fatal attack was urged to contact Operation Valley Bureau Homicide detectives at 818-374-9550. Calls during non-business hours should be directed to 877-527-3247. Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visit lacrimestoppers.org.