Los Angeles: On Tuesday, February 25, 2003, at 7:05 a.m., Newton patrol officers were called to the 2400 block of East 24^th Street regarding a dead body that had been discovered. Upon arrival at the location, the officers discovered the body of a female Black, approximately 25 years of age. The body had been abandoned in an industrial area.

The identity of the deceased has not been identified and the motive is unknown.

Newton Area Homicide Detectives are conducting the investigation. Anyone with information regarding this incident is requested to call 213-485-5277. On weekends and during off-hours, call the 24-hour toll free number at the Detective Information Desk, 1-877-LAWFULL (1-877-529-3855).

This press release was prepared by Public Information Officer Adriana N. Sanchez, Media Relations Section.