LEIMERT PARK – A woman found deceased on a sidewalk in Leimert Park on October 5 has been identified.
Los Angeles Police Department officers were alerted to the woman’s body by a resident who was walking their dog, according to posts on the NextDoor app.
The woman’s body was located at Coliseum and Norton Ave. at the end of a driveway.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office has identified the woman as 41-year-old Michelle Victory, who was pronounced deceased at the scene at 7:11 a.m., according to a department spokesperson.
Her cause of death is listed as “deferred”.
Her family has established a GoFundMe fundraiser to assist them during this difficult time.
It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of our beloved mother, Michelle Marie Victory, on 10/05/25. She was a light in our lives a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend who touched everyone she met with kindness, warmth, and generosity.
Our mom gave so much of herself to everyone around her. She worked hard, loved deeply, and always put others before herself. Losing her has left an emptiness that words can’t describe.
As we navigate this incredibly difficult time, we are trying to honor her memory and give her the farewell she truly deserves.
You can contribute to her family here.
The LAPD’s Southwest station urged anyone with information regarding the death to call them at 213-485-2583 or 877-527-3247. Anonymous tips can be made to Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or lacrimestoppers.org.
