Editor’s note: This story mentions suicide.
Police have identified both the victim of a deadly stabbing in Pismo Beach and the suspect, who was arrested Sunday in Ventura.
Andrew Rodriguez, 34, of Santa Maria is accused of fatally stabbing Jonathan Perez in the 1200 block of Price Street on Wednesday evening, Pismo Beach police said on social media.
Rodriguez and Perez were “known acquaintances” at the time, police said.
Perez was declared dead at the scene, police said, and Rodriguez was identified as a suspect shortly after.
He is alleged to have fled to Ventura and attempted suicide. He was then taken to the hospital under supervision of Pismo Beach officers, police said.
Rodriguez was released from the hospital Sunday and subsequently arrested on suspicion of murdering Perez.
He was taken into custody at San Luis Obispo County Jail and is being held without bail.
Police said the investigation is ongoing, and asks anyone with information to call Det. Jason Stingley at 805-773-2208.
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a hotline for individuals in crisis or for those looking to help someone else. To speak with a certified listener, call 988. You can also call the Central Coast Hotline at 800-783-0607 for 24-7 assistance. To learn the warning signs of suicide, visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org
