Detectives Conduct Homicide Investigation

Los Angeles: On Saturday, September 2, 2000, at approximately 7:00 PM., the victim, Herbert Alexsander Lucha, 25 years of age, was standing in front of his residence, located at 833 1/2 West 60th Street when a suspect approached him. An argument ensued between Lucha and the suspect. The argument escalated to a physical altercation when the suspect removed a pocketknife from his pocket and stabbed Lucha one time in the chest.

The suspect fled the scene after the stabbing.

The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he died as a result of his wound.

This incident is being investigated as a gang related homicide.

77th Street Homicide Detectives Charles Tizano and Janell Kessner are conducting the homicide investigation. Anyone with information concerning these incidents is requested to call 77th Street Homicide at 213-485-1383 or 77th Street Watch Commander at 213-485-2389.

This press release was prepared by Officer Funes, Media Relations Section, 213-485-3586.