News ReleaseCity of Irvine
Public Information Office

1 Civic Center Plaza
Irvine, CA 92606
(949) 724-6077

9/8/2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PRESS RELEASE #09/08/2009
Subject :

UPDATE: POLICE INVESTIGATE DEATH OF WOMAN FOUND BURNED IN PARKING LOT
Dr 09-13328
Contact :John Hare, Lieutenant, Irvine Police Department    (949) 724-7112
    jhare@ci.irvine.ca.us

IRVINE, CA (September 8, 2009):  Irvine Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the victim who was found deceased and burned in the parking lot of a closed business early Saturday morning, September 5, 2009.  The victim is described as an African American woman in her early 20's, approximately 6' tall and 150 pounds. 

Attached is a sketch of the victim.  Anyone with information about the victim's identity is asked to contact the Irvine Police Department's 24-hour tip hotline at (949) 724-7192.  



Since its incorporation in 1971, Irvine has become a nationally recognized city, with a population of 223,729, spans 66 square miles and is recognized as one of America’s safest and most successful master-planned urban communities. Top-rated educational institutions, an enterprising business atmosphere, sound environmental stewardship, and respect for diversity all contribute to Irvine’s enviable quality of life. This family-friendly city features more than 16,000 acres of parks, sports fields and dedicated open space and is the home of the Orange County Great Park – the first great metropolitan park of the 21st century.  For more information, please visit cityofirvine.org.

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