Woman Discovered Dead Near Los Angeles River After Possible Fall from Moving Vehicle

A tragic scene unfolded early Sunday morning, July 13, 2025, when a woman was found dead along a bike path near the Los Angeles River in Long Beach. Authorities suspect the woman may have fallen from a motorcycle or another moving vehicle, though the exact cause remains under active investigation.

Officers with the Long Beach Police Department were dispatched at approximately 5:20 a.m. to a location north of Willow Street, following reports of a body in the area. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered a woman lying lifeless on the west side of the river's bike path.

Emergency personnel from the Long Beach Fire Department responded and confirmed the woman had died at the scene. Her identity has not yet been released.

Investigators from the department’s Collision Investigation Detail believe, based on initial findings, that the woman may have fallen from a moving vehicle, possibly a motorcycle. However, no vehicle was present when officers arrived, and the precise circumstances leading to her death remain unknown.

Witnesses have been cooperative, according to police, and detectives are working to piece together a clearer timeline of events. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information to come forward.

The Los Angeles County Department of the Medical Examiner will handle the official identification of the victim and notify her next of kin.

Those with relevant information are encouraged to contact Collision Investigation Detective David Dougherty at (562) 570-7355. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through LA Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), using the “P3 TIPS” mobile app, or visiting www.LACrimeStoppers.org.