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Pismo Beach Police Identify Victim and Suspect in Fatal Stabbing
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By Anthony W. Haddad
Published 9 months ago on
September 17, 2024

Authorities are investigating a homicide in Pismo Beach. Andrew Rodriguez, of Santa Maria, was arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of Jonathan Perez and was booked into jail without bail. (GV Wire File)

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Jonathan Perez was found fatally stabbed at a residence Wednesday night, Sept. 11, the Pismo Beach Police Department announced late Monday.

Authorities reported the suspect, Andrew Rodriguez, of Santa Maria, was initially hospitalized in Ventura after a suicide attempt.

Rodriguez, who was treated and released on Sunday, was arrested by detectives.

Rodriguez faces charges for the murder of Perez, with whom he was known to have been acquainted.

Following his arrest, Rodriguez was extradited to San Luis Obispo County and booked into jail without bail.

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The investigation is ongoing.

Authorities urge anyone with information about the case to contact detective Jason Stingley at (805) 773-2208.

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Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and attended Fresno State for a MBA, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.

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