HOMICIDE investigation: 7th & Ceres Man stabbed at 6:30p after attacked by 5 Black men 
Man Stabbed in Skidrow
Los Angeles. Detectives are investigating the fatal stabbing of a 53-year-old Hispanic man, who staggered into the C & C Market at 6:30 PM this evening, December 14, 2011, and collapsed.
"Witnesses told detectives that about five Black men attacked and beat the victim on the sidewalk near 7th Street and Ceres Street," said Lt. Jim Gavin, who is the detective watch commander for the Central Detective Division. "We'd like anyone with any information to call us."
The victim staggered into the nearby market at 1106 E. 7th Street. He told the clerk to call 9-1-1 then collapsed on the floor, stabbed at least once in the chest. Paramedics took the man to the hospital where he died a short time later.
Detectives are combing the scene for clues and collecting evidence. The victim's name will be released once his family is notified.
Anyone with information is encouraged to report tips the Central Homicide Unit, at 213-972-1254. Anonymous tips can be called into Crimestoppers at 800-222-TIPS (8477), or by texting 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Online tips may be placed at www.LAPDOnline.org, click on “webtips” and follow the prompts.
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Address/Location
LAPD - Central Area
251 East 6th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90014
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 213-972-1298