August 3, 2026
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Body Washes Ashore on Venice Beach

Authorities investigate a body that washed ashore on Venice Beach Tuesday morning. Photo: Citizen App.

Incident under investigation by Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department.

By Sam Catanzaro

A body washed ashore on Venice Beach Tuesday morning.

According to authorities, the body was discovered a little after 7 a.m. just to the north of the Venice Breakwater.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Pacific Division says that the victim was a 30-35-year-old female.

The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department and the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner are currently investigating the incident.

The circumstances surrounding the death are not immediately available.

This story will be updated once more information becomes averrable.

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