Body found in L.A. flood control channel

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By Yosi Yahoudai
Founder and Managing Partner

A human body was recovered from a dry wash in the Shadow Hills area of Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley Thursday morning, officials said.

According to the L.A. Fire Department, a hiker discovered the body in a remote section of the Tujunga Wash flood control channel and reported it around 8:30 a.m.

There was no immediate word on the circumstances of the death, including whether foul play was suspected.

No identifying information for the victim, including gender and age, has been released.

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About the Author
Yosi Yahoudai is a founder and the managing partner of J&Y. His practice is comprised primarily of cases involving automobile and motorcycle accidents, but he also represents people in premises liability lawsuits, including suits alleging dangerous conditions of public property, third-party criminal conduct, and intentional torts. He also has expertise in cases involving product defects, dog bites, elder abuse, and sexual assault. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California and is admitted to practice in all California State Courts, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California. If you have any questions about this article, you can contact Yosi by clicking here.