Man Found Dead on Imperial Highway in Lynwood

Homicide detectives investigating death on troubled stretch of road

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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A man was found gravely injured on Imperial Highway in Lynwood, Los Angeles and later pronounced dead at a local hospital. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau is investigating the incident, but no suspects have been identified so far.

Why it matters

The segment of Imperial Highway that runs through Lynwood and nearby communities has seen multiple fatal incidents in recent years, highlighting ongoing public safety concerns in the area.

The details

Detectives with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau responded to the 5100 block of Imperial Highway on Saturday after the unidentified adult male victim was found. He was transported to a nearby hospital but later pronounced deceased. Authorities are still searching for the suspect or suspects involved in the incident.

  • The incident occurred on Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau

The law enforcement agency investigating the death on Imperial Highway.

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What’s next

The Sheriff's Department has said it will release more information as the investigation continues.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing public safety challenges in the Lynwood area, where the Imperial Highway corridor has seen multiple fatal incidents in recent years, underscoring the need for increased community engagement and law enforcement efforts to address crime in the region.