Man Found Dead Near 710 Freeway in Compton

Homicide detectives investigate body found in industrial area near Compton Creek.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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Los Angeles County homicide detectives are investigating after a man was found dead Sunday morning in an industrial stretch of Compton near the 710 Freeway and Compton Creek. Deputies were called to the 2900 block of E. Pacific Commerce Drive, where they discovered the victim dead at the scene, but have not yet released the man's identity.

Why it matters

The area around the 710 Freeway and Compton Creek has seen a number of deadly incidents in recent years, underscoring ongoing safety concerns in riverbed areas and freeway underpasses in the region.

The details

Detectives have not released any information about a possible suspect or motive as the investigation remains active. The Sheriff's Homicide Bureau is asking anyone with information to call (323) 890-5500. The 2900 block of E. Pacific Commerce Drive sits along Compton Creek near the 710 Freeway, a corridor that has seen deadly incidents in recent years.

  • The incident occurred on Sunday morning, March 2, 2026.
  • Deputies were called a little before 9:40 a.m.

The players

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the man's death.

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What’s next

Detectives are continuing to piece together what led up to the man's death and have not announced any arrests or additional details.

The takeaway

The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in the Compton area, particularly around the 710 Freeway and Compton Creek, where a number of deadly incidents have occurred in recent years.