Viengkham Hansaya, 48
Viengkham Hansaya, a 48-year-old Asian man, was fatally stabbed June 5 in the 1200 block of East Imperial Highway in Watts, according to Los Angeles County coroner’s records.
Hansaya was standing in front of an apartment building shortly after midnight when a person walked up and stabbed him in the upper torso and back, Los Angeles Police Det. Sal LaBarbera said.
When Hansaya was stabbed, he tried to run but fell to the ground, LaBarbera said.
Hansaya was pronounced dead at the scene at 12:35 a.m., according to coroner’s records.
Detectives are seeking witnesses. 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.
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