Homeless Resident Found Dead Behind Trash Enclosures At Banning McDonald's

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A homeless person was found dead Tuesday morning behind trash enclosures at a Banning McDonald's. Officers checked the subject and determined he had been deceased for some time. The victim's identity was not released pending notification of next of kin. The Riverside County sheriff's forensics and the coroner's bureau are assisting with the investigation, though Banning police said foul play is not suspected.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by homeless individuals in finding safe and secure shelter, as well as the need for greater support and resources to address homelessness in the local community.

The details

According to the Banning Police Department, the discovery was made shortly after 9:30 a.m. at the McDonald's located in the 2100 block of W. Ramsey Street. Officers determined the subject, believed to be an individual experiencing homelessness, had been deceased for some time. The Riverside County sheriff's forensics and the coroner's bureau are assisting with the investigation, though Banning police said foul play is not suspected.

• The discovery was made shortly after 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2026.

What’s next

The Riverside County coroner's office will work to identify the victim and determine the cause of death, while the Banning Police Department continues its investigation into the incident.