Body discoveries in Carson Dominguez Channel

In early September 2026, authorities in Carson, California, began investigating the discovery of two separate bodies near the Dominguez Channel. On September 1, a young girl estimated to be between 6 and 13 years old was found in a state of “severe decomposition” floating near the Victoria Park Golf Course. The following morning, a man was discovered among rocks near East Sepulveda Boulevard. While homicide detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department are investigating both cases, officials stated that no connection has been established between the two discoveries.

By late September, authorities released images and a computer-generated composite to assist in identifying the young girl. Descriptions noted she had short, thick, slightly wavy dark brown or black hair and brown eyes. Clothing found with her included size 7Y black pin-striped pants, a size 8 ‘Jurassic World’ pajama top, and a size 10 red Christmas sweater by Shein. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner has not yet determined the girl's exact race, age, or the cause and manner of her death.