Two Found Dead Near California Courthouse

Riverside police investigating after man and woman discovered with unknown injuries

Mar. 13, 2026 at 1:49pm

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Riverside, California police are investigating after a man and a woman were found dead within a block of each other near the county courthouse. Police responded to a call about 'a subject down' just after 2 a.m. and discovered the two victims, who were pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not confirmed the cause of death, but initial reports suggested the victims may have been stabbed.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about public safety and potential homelessness issues in the area surrounding the Riverside County Courthouse. The lack of details around the victims' identities and relationship to one another also leaves many unanswered questions.

The details

Police said they responded to a call about 'a subject down' just after 2 a.m. and then found a second person nearby, both suffering from 'unknown injuries.' The victims, a man and a woman, were pronounced dead at the scene. While police initially believed the victims were stabbed, they later said they could not confirm the cause of death.

  • Police responded to the call just after 2 a.m. on March 13, 2026.

The players

Riverside Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the incident.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the need for increased public safety measures and support services for vulnerable populations in the area surrounding the Riverside County Courthouse. The investigation is still ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths of the two individuals.