Leo Trippett Jr, 35, a San Diego resident, was found dead on June 23, 2019, in the Hillcrest neighborhood. A pedestrian discovered his body in the early morning in the 3400 block of Albert Street near Balboa Park. Emergency responders attempted life-saving measures but Trippett was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

The San Diego Police Department says Trippett suffered traumatic injuries to his upper body and opened an immediate homicide investigation. Detectives described the trauma as severe, but the exact cause of death has not been publicly disclosed. No suspects or arrests have been announced and the case remains open.

Anyone who saw activity in the Albert Street area that morning or has information about Trippett’s death is asked to contact investigators.