SAPD investigates a homicide that occurred at the 2500 block of S. Rene Dr.

Homicide Investigation

Santa Ana Police Officers responded today to the 2500 Block of S. Rene Dr. regarding a fight between two males. One subject was reported down and non-responsive. OC Fire responded to treat the subject, but he did not survive. Initial reports are that there was a fight in front of the residence, the victim was found on the ground unconscious and transported to Coastal Community Hospital where he died.

The second individual involved in the altercation has been detained and brought to the Santa Ana Police Department for questioning by the homicide detectives. The investigation continues pending the coroner’s autopsy scheduled for 10 a.m. this morning.

Address/Location
Santa Ana Police Department
60 Civic Center Plaza
Santa Ana, CA 92701

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 714-245-8042

Art Pedroza Editor

Our Editor, Art Pedroza, worked at the O.C. Register and the OC Weekly and studied journalism at CSUF and UCI. He has lived in Santa Ana for over 30 years and has served on several city and county commissions. When he is not writing or editing Pedroza specializes in risk control and occupational safety. He also teaches part time at Cerritos College and CSUF. Pedroza has an MBA from Keller University.

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