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Antioch Police Probe Suspicious Death of 17-Year-Old Found Near Fairgrounds

Investigators cite injuries inconsistent with an accidental fall, prompting a public appeal for tips.

Overview

  • Officers responded around 3:30 a.m. Friday to L Street between West 18th and West 10th near the Contra Costa County Fairgrounds and Antioch High School.
  • Responders rendered medical aid, yet the teen was pronounced dead at the scene and her identity remains withheld.
  • Lt. Bill Whitaker said officers observed injuries inconsistent with a fall and found no evidence of narcotics use.
  • The department’s Investigations Bureau, including crime scene investigators and Violent Crimes Unit detectives, is leading the case.
  • Police ask anyone with information to contact Detective Robert Ibanez at 925-481-8398 or ribanez@antiochca.gov.