Body Found in Glendale Home Following Standoff with Suspect

A victim’s body was discovered inside a residence in Glendale on Wednesday after an intense standoff with a man. The incident unfolded when authorities responded to an assault call in the 3300 block of Reta Street around 2:15 p.m.

In the initial response, law enforcement was unable to locate either a suspect or a victim, resulting in three nearby schools being placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure, according to a news release from the Glendale Police Department.

Once the suspect was discovered to be barricaded inside the residence, the lockdowns were lifted, allowing students to safely return home. The Glendale Police Department then called in SWAT officers and a crisis negotiation team to make contact with the suspect, identified as 28-year-old Vahan Keshishyan from La Crescenta.

Following several hours of negotiations, Keshishyan surrendered. However, when investigators entered the home, they tragically found that the victim had succumbed to their injuries and passed away at the scene, as confirmed by the Police Department.

As of now, the identity of the victim has not been released, pending notification of the family. Keshishyan has been taken into custody and booked on suspicion of murder. The Police Department has stated that no further suspects are being pursued in connection with this case.

The nature of the relationship between Keshishyan and the victim is still under investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with additional information to contact the Glendale Police Department at 818-548-4911. Alternatively, individuals who wish to remain anonymous can provide tips by calling Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or visiting www.lacrimestoppers.org.