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Unidentified Man Found Dead Off Malibu Beach During Coastal Emergency

Homicide detectives have opened an inquiry with no clear sign of foul play as the city responds to a sinkhole that left dozens of homes red‑tagged.

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An image collage containing 2 images, Image 1 shows Aerial view of Malibu Lagoon, Surfrider Beach, and the Southern California coast, Image 2 shows Aerial view of police investigating a body found on a sandy beach next to a green tent
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Overview

  • Los Angeles County Fire Department crews recovered a naked, unidentified man from the water just north of Malibu Lagoon and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department assigned homicide detectives to the case and said there was no immediate indication of foul play; the cause of death and the victim’s identity have not been released.
  • The recovery occurred the same day the City of Malibu declared a local emergency after coastal erosion and pounding surf opened a sinkhole that damaged a private road and led officials to red‑tag 31 nearby properties.
  • Aerial footage and on‑scene reporting showed multiple LASD deputies and LACoFD firefighters securing the beach with a large canopy over the body while investigators processed the scene.
  • Officials say an autopsy and further forensic tests are expected and residents face restricted access and possible evacuations as the city assesses erosion damage and public safety risks.