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Charlene Matson

Death by Force
Case Description
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On December 8, 2024, at approximately 4:30 a.m., the body of 35-year-old Charlene Matson was discovered in a field near Second Street and the San Gabriel River in East Long Beach, California. The discovery followed the extinguishment of a brush fire in the area. Initial assessments by the Long Beach Police Department indicated that the circumstances surrounding her death were suspicious, though specific details were not immediately available.

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  • Hollywood LA News: Charlene Matson Died in Long Beach
  • Long Beach Post News: Woman found dead in brush fire along San Gabriel River, Long Beach police say
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    Victim Details

    Charlene Matson

    Female

    Long-beach

    CA

    2024-12-08

    35

    Charlene

    Matson

    11/24/2025

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