Attempt Murder Suspect Wanted NR26073ag

Los Angeles: Detectives from the Los Angeles Police Department’s (LAPD) Topanga Division are asking for the public’s help in locating an attempt murder suspect.

On April 6, 2026, around 11:00 a.m., officers from LAPD Topanga Division responded to a radio call of an “Assault with a Deadly Weapon Stabbing” in the 20500 block of Ventura Boulevard. Responding officers located two victims suffering from multiple stab wounds. The investigation determined the suspect, identified as 32-year-old, Adam Courtney Brown, stabbed both of his parents multiple times causing significant, life-threatening injuries. Brown fled on foot and is known to use public transportation in the Los Angeles County area. Brown may have ties to Palmdale, Hollywood, and the Woodland Hills areas.

Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics responded and transported one victim to a local hospital in stable condition. The second victim was transported by a witness to a local hospital in stable condition.

Brown is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached. If seen, call 911.

Suspect Adam Courtney Brown

Anyone with information leading to the arrest of Adam Courtney Brown is urged to contact LAPD Topanga Division’s Major Assault Crimes at (818) 756-3264. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247). Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) or go directly to www.lacrimestoppers.org. Lastly, tipsters may also download the “P3 Tips” mobile application and select the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.