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Francisco Suarez, 53

Francisco Suarez, a 53-year-old Latino, was fatally stabbed Sunday, Sept. 7, near Van Nuys Boulevard and Erwin Street in Van Nuys, according to Los Angeles County coroner’s records.

A person in the area flagged police down about 4:30 a.m., said LAPD Lt. Dave Legaspi. Police found Suarez on the sidewalk with stab wounds to his torso, Legaspi said.

Suarez was pronounced dead at 4:50 a.m., according to coroner’s records. Detectives are seeking witnesses to the stabbing, police said.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Van Nuys Division detective desk at (818) 374-0040. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

-- Teresa Wantanabe

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