Homicide investigation underway after man found fatally stabbed in Pismo Beach, police say
Editor’s note: This story mentions suicide.
The Pismo Beach Police Department has launched a homicide investigation after a man was allegedly fatally stabbed Wednesday night.
According to a news release Friday, police responded to a residence on the 1200 block of Price Street on Wednesday night for a report of an unresponsive male. The man was found to have a fatal stab wound, police said.
He was declared dead at the scene.
According to the release, officers quickly identified a suspect, who fled to the Ventura area and later attempted suicide.
As of Friday, the suspect was hospitalized in the Ventura area and under the supervision of Pismo Beach officers, the release said.
Because the investigation into the incident was ongoing, police said they were not releasing the names of those involved at this time.
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a hotline for individuals in crisis or for those looking to help someone else. To speak with a certified listener, call 988. You can also call the Central Coast Hotline at 800-783-0607 for 24-7 assistance. To learn the warning signs of suicide, visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org
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