Deborah Ann Treptor, 35

May 15, 2014

Deborah Ann Treptor, a 35-year-old white woman, was fatally stabbed Thursday, May 15, in the 1400 block of East 109th Street in Watts, according to Los Angeles County coroner’s records.

Shortly before 1 a.m., Treptor was found with multiple stab wounds by a fellow resident of the transitional housing center where she lived, said Los Angeles police Det. Sal LaBarbera.

Treptor was taken to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead at 1:22 a.m., said Ed Winter, a coroner’s spokesman.

Treptor was in an ongoing dispute with her boyfriend, Mark Anthony Little, a 50-year-old black male.

Little had moved out of the home two weeks ago because the two were having relationship problems.

That night, Little allegedly went to the home, asked for her, then went into her room and stabbed her multiple times, LaBarbera said.

Little was arrested on suspicion of murder the same day.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Criminal Gang Homicide Division at (213) 485-4341. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

-- Nicole Santa Cruz

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23 reader comments

To Mr. Albert Buck - I am so glad that the jury you served on got it right!!!. You did not know Deborah, but despite everything she had done in the past - she was a good person with a good heart. I am the legal guardian for her first two born children (my great niece and great nephew). I had tried for years to locate her to no avail. It wasn't until May 7th that I saw she had a facebook page. Unfortunately, I didn't act quick enough in contacting her because that evil person, Mark Little, decided her fate. I am sure serving on a jury for this type of trial was not an easy, having to view the crime scene, etc. God bless you and the other members of the jury. I am sure that Deborah can rest in peace now. Thank you. Audrey

— Audrey Hamm June 13, 2015 at 10:17 a.m.

For those that don't know. Debbi started to come to church weeks before she went on to be with the Lord. I met her thru her room mate, and on one Sunday morning service after my message I asked if anyone wanted to accept the Lord into their heart as their personal Lord and savior. I remember distinctly that she raised her hand, and came up for prayer after. I believe what the word of God says. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Her passing hit me hard… I saw her on Saturday, and she told me she need to speak to me. I told her that i would see her on sunday morning, but that the last time I had a chance to to speak to her. I find comfort in scripture and have a promise that one day I will see her again. I thank God for the time He gave me with her. God bless...

— Pastor Jose June 5, 2014 at 6:27 p.m.

To Betty Jefferson - Thank you so much for helping Debbie. It is good to hear that she was trying to pull herself together, and so sad that she could not reap the rewards of her efforts. She was a lost soul for a long time. I believe her spirit is now in a place where the hardships are replaced by peace and understanding.
Dear Destiney - Please keep your faith and know that you are, and always have been, loved very much. Unfortunately, there will always be things and circumstances that are beyond our understanding in this world. Keep your thoughts and actions positive and know that, in her own way, Debbie did love you. As horribly painful as it is now, time and communication does help. Anytime you need a hug or to talk, let me know. Love you.

May Debbie rest in peace.

— Kathy June 5, 2014 at 3:51 p.m.

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Deborah Ann Treptor, 35

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