Larry Samudio, 38 [Updated]

Larry Samudio, a 38-year-old Latino, was stabbed to death Saturday, Nov. 20, near York Boulevard and Avenue 56 in Highland Park, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.

Ed Winter, spokesman for the coroner's office, said Samudio got into a fight and was stabbed several times about 3:30 a.m. He was taken to the hospital where he died at 6:13 a.m.

The Times has contacted investigators for more details about the case and will include an update as soon as possible.

[Updated Dec. 7, 11:47 a.m.: Los Angeles Police Department Robbery-Homicide Lt. Gregg Strenk said Samudio was "at a gathering with friends and family when he became involved in a verbal dispute." The argument led to a physical fight between Samudio and several people and then to his stabbing.

Officials have since identified the alleged assailant in connection with the killing: Eriverto Casillas, a 19-year-old Latino. Authorities said they have a warrant for his arrest on suspicion of murder and are actively searching for him.

Anyone with information about Casillas’ whereabouts is asked to contact the LAPD at (877) 527-3247. Those wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.]

-- Sarah Ardalani