A macabre discovery was made on this famous Malibu beach, usually frequented by American celebrities. On Monday August 31, beach maintenance workers discovered a corpse inside a barrel in the shallow waters.
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According to ABC7, the alarm was raised by one of the city employees who had spotted the barrel floating in the lagoon the previous evening. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department quickly launched an investigation to determine the identity of the victim and the circumstances surrounding the death.
Police made a mysterious discovery
For the time being, the information gathered about the body and the reasons for its presence inside the barrel remain confidential. The mystery surrounding this macabre discovery naturally raises many questions in this posh Californian community.
Local media report that the barrel remained on the beach throughout Monday, surrounded by investigators in the midst of collecting clues and evidence. A scene that attracted the attention of the curious onlookers present at the scene.
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Could a criminal organization be behind the murder?
While the investigation promises to be meticulous, and the authorities are counting on the public's cooperation to advance the search, no lead has been ruled out. The method used to dispose of the body after the murder is reminiscent of the practices of criminal organizations.
For the time being, the investigation is ongoing and anyone with relevant information is urged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
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This article has been translated from Oh!MyMag FR.
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ABC7: Lifeguard discovers body inside barrel at Malibu Lagoon State Beach
