Stephanie Almanzan, 21 [Updated]

Oct. 6, 2009, 12:54 a.m.

dStephanie Almanzan, a 21-year old white woman, was discovered about 12:30 a.m. Oct. 6 after firefighters extinguished a blaze set inside a trash bin behind a furniture store in the 13100 block of Firestone Boulevard, Whittier police said.

Almanzan’s hands and feet were tied with cord and her body was badly charred, said Officer Jason Zuhlke at the time. Almanzan’s identity was confirmed Saturday through dental records.

Family members had suspected the body belonged to Almanzan. who had two tattoos that matched those on the victim. A public vigil is scheduled tonight at 7 p.m. near the site where her body was found, according to the Whittier Daily News.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Whittier Police Department at (562) 945-8250.

-- Corina Knoll

[Updated, 3:06 p.m. PDT Sept. 10, 2013: No arrests have been made in the case, said Brian White, the community relations officer for the Whittier Police Department. He said in an email that the investigation is ongoing.]

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Sweet Stephanie,,,shortly after your death...i came to Stephanie"s house in Whittier....recovering from alcoholism...that is when i learned of your tragic death. iI pray that the Lord almighty grands you justice ...i pray for your family and beautiful sons...I also pray that whom ever did this to you..find the courage to turn them self in to the authorities, perhaps by doing so , the LORD almight have some mercy on their souls. How ever they can run , but never will hide once the Lord releases his wrath upon them and theirs. God does justice ...we might not see it ....but these animals unleashed the evil to come upon them, these animals , have love ones dear to them...let them think about , what would they feel if it happened to one of theirs......

— lulu feria Aug. 7, 2017 at 1:50 a.m.

I heard from other sources that this woman had a drug problem. Specially Meth-the unknown,scariest mysterious drug of all,aka the devil's drug..I see her pictures, she was a beautiful woman probably tricked by a loser to get hooked on that crap like my sister was couple years ago and to this day she's sober but continues her battle with therapy. Anyway, I dunno why Whittier cops have not hit those Meth labs around their town. It has to be somebody that was supplying her and probably she was in debt with them. But obviously, it's a mystery, even myself never knew to this day, whom or what person or friend was supplying my sister. The problem with the meth users they always keep those people and their lifestyle a secret. I hope her parents could of start with her female friends, maybe one knew her supplier and give the info.to the police to investigate a person orproducers and sellers.I don't care she had a drug problem, she still God's child and shouldn't be murdered in that cruel way like I heard from the news paper. I hope justice be served for her and God forgive her because we don't know if she had the opportunity to ask for forgiveness and the opportunity was taken from her. I know he's a mercyful and I'll be praying for her,her family and children. Only God could judge her, those responsible had no right to take her life away!..

— Big Pete Sept. 17, 2013 at 3:40 a.m.

I wish I had some pictures of you from young to the present just for better energy to reach your heart. Hey Ted if you see this my mailing address is 2025 n. hicks ave LA CA 90032.I was told dont be afraid to ask. From and old friend from hillside who is waiting to see the face i've seen in my mind get the justice they deserve! And let peace come to all that new her. I will keep sending my energy to all that are rightious and to GOD and JESUS with the hope all have repented in a way that might of hurt Stephanie Marie so she can be vindicated for the mistakes that she had made. And GOD will have mercy to all who hurt from this loss of a once promising beatiful girl named Stephanie Marie .Who was drawn to my name and an upbringing kinda like the same, and a trust that was a belief in me to share what I seen and understand the message that she has gave through me. Never judge what you see, people make mistakes beyond our belief. GOD can be the only one that judges our deeds. Until then just try to love all that you meet and leave all of your hate before it becomes your fate! Could you see me, cause Im Stephanie Marie would you believe in me and Ill show you what it means to see! These are the words of the song I sing for her. Remember GOD forgives an angry tongue, he doesnt forgive a heartless mouth.

— Andrewnoonie Nov. 8, 2012 at 8:10 a.m.

Hey Stephanooie, I feel the time is soon for the dudes mind to break from the eternal nightmares and the visions GOD has put upon him. I hope I hear from you again and when the time comes for peace for your family. I miss the connection we had! It was so real I walked right up to your grave without knowing which stone was yours. Ask Suboo and Ohpie. Life goes on and death is for the worldly, and belief is for the true of heart. I will meet you in person someday and I hope its with a smile on your face. So until we meet again my heart aches for my little friend. To which I"ll sing your song again and again and again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

— ANDREWNOONOO Nov. 4, 2012 at 5:11 a.m.

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