Man found dead in El Monte wash identified

EL MONTE — Coroner’s officials Saturday released the name of a 53-year-old man found dead in the Rio Hondo wash late last month in a possible homicide.
Passers-by reported finding the body of Felix Garcia-Bravo in the wash near the 3500 block of Santa Anita Avenue shortly before 4 p.m. June 29, Los Angeles County Department of Coroner Investigator McKracken said. She declined to give her first name. His city of residence was unclear.
A an official cause of death remained undetermined Saturday, however sheriff’s officials initially said the body showed signs of having been beaten and possibly stabbed.
Sheriff’s homicide detectives are assisting El Monte police in the investigation, and anyone with information was asked to contact the Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to L.A. Crime Stopper by calling 800-222-8477.

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