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Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) Homicide Bureau detectives are continuing their investigation into the murders of Shirley and Armie “Troy” Isom, who were discovered on Friday, December 26th, 2014 in the 300 block of Roughrider Road, in the unincorporated La Verne area of Los Angeles County.

Many detectives and forensic specialists have been involved in the investigation since the time the crime was first reported.  The expansive residence and its large-scale surrounding property led to a scene investigation that extended over several days.  In addition, detectives have interviewed family members and many area residents in an effort to determine the identity of the suspect(s) and a possible motive.  To date, no definitive conclusions have developed, and the detailed investigation will diligently continue into the immediate future.

The Sheriff’s Department has increased its uniformed patrol presence in the area of the crime, and residents are urged to call their local law enforcement agency if any suspicious activity is observed.  If an urgent matter arises, dial 9-1-1.

Detectives are also still working to identify and locate an Hispanic man who was seen walking on roadways in the area about the time the crime was discovered.  He was wearing a hooded jacket and was carrying a backpack on his back.  It is unknown whether this man is connected to the crime, but detectives are seeking to interview him regarding his observations and actions.  As additional information develops, more about the man may be released in the upcoming days. 

Anyone who has information about the man is asked to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), or texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org. 

Authored by:

Rod Kusch, Captain

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department

Homicide Bureau

(323) 890-5500

Forwarded by:

Juanita Navarro-Suarez, Deputy

Sheriff's Information Bureau - Newsroom

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

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2nd Update is as follows:

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**2nd UPDATE**

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Homicide detectives are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths of a 74 year old female and a 89 year old male in the 300 block of Roughrider Road, La Verne.

Detectives have learned the identities of the victims as Shirley Isom and Armie Isom.

There is no additional information at this time.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), or texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.

Written by:

Grace Medrano, Deputy

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Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

**UPDATE**

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Homicide detectives are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a 74 year old female and a 89 year old male in the 300 block of Roughrider Road, La Verne.

Detectives have learned that a “Grounds Keeper” called the San Dimas Sheriff Station after finding the married couple unresponsive inside the location. 

The female victim died at the scene and the male victim was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The cause of the couple’s death has not been determined and a motive has not been established.

There is no additional information available at this time.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.  If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), or texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.

Written by:

Grace Medrano, Deputy

**Original Press Release**

DATE:   Friday, December 26, 2014

TIME:   1:25 PM

LOCATION:   300 block of Roughrider Road, La Verne

VICTIMS: female adult (Deceased), male adult (Injured)

SUSPECT:   Unknown

UNIT: (Lieutenant Coleman- Homicide)

NARRATIVE:

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide detectives are responding to the 300 block of Roughrider Road, La Verne, to investigate the circumstances surrounding the stabbing death of a female adult and the stabbing of a male adult.                .

A female adult was pronounced dead at the scene and a male adult was transported to a local hospital where he is listed in critical condition.

There is no suspect information at this time.

There is no additional information available at this time.

Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500.  If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), or texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.

Written by:

Grace Medrano, Deputy

Ryan Rouzan, Deputy