Young girl found dead in Lancaster

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Girl found dead in Lancaster

Anyone with information is encouraged to call the LASD Homicide Bureau.

A death investigation is underway in Lancaster after a young girl was found dead, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

The girl died under mysterious circumstances, authorities said.

What we know:

On Saturday around 7:20 a.m., paramedics with the Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to a call reporting a "child not breathing" in the 44700 block of Stanridge Avenue at Lancaster Boulevard. 

The girl was pronounced dead at the scene.

What we don't know:

Circumstances surrounding the child's death - including when the death occurred and the cause of death - are unknown at this time.

What you can do:

Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact homicide detectives at 323-890-5500 or provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477. 

The Source: Information for this story is from a press release published by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department on March 15, 2025.

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