COSTA MESA, CA – A disturbing discovery was made Thursday afternoon when police found a woman’s body in the backyard of a Costa Mesa residence. Responding to a call on the 1900 block of Maple Avenue around 2:27 p.m., authorities found the lifeless body of a 38-year-old woman.
The grim scene unfolded as neighbors recounted seeing the woman’s body concealed inside a trash bin in the yard. Quickly turning to investigative measures, Costa Mesa police identified a friend of the deceased as a suspect in her demise. Law enforcement managed to locate and arrest the suspect at a residence on the 3700 block of El Lado Drive in Glendale.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the woman’s death remain scarce, leaving the community in shock. Residents described the neighborhood as typically peaceful and were stunned by the brutal crime.
While the names of both the suspect and the victim remain undisclosed, pending family notification, the investigation continues vigorously. The Costa Mesa Police Department acknowledged the invaluable aid provided by the Glendale Police Department, which facilitated a swift apprehension of the suspect.
Authorities urge anyone with additional information regarding the case to contact Detective K. Moore at the provided phone number. As the investigation unfolds, police are working diligently to provide more clarity on the events leading to this tragic incident.
The investigation is still open, with findings yet to be shared publicly.