News Summary
A homicide investigation is ongoing after authorities discovered the body of 43-year-old Jessica Elaine Crummel, believed to be homeless, in a field in Anaheim. The incident occurred early in the morning when police responded to a call about an unconscious woman bleeding in a tent near Crescent Avenue. Initial investigations have classified her death as a homicide, prompting investigators to seek information from the community as they uncover the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
ANAHEIM – A homicide investigation is currently underway following the discovery of a deceased woman believed to be homeless in an Anaheim field. The victim has been identified as 43-year-old Jessica Elaine Crummel, a local resident known to frequent the area.
Authorities received an emergency call at approximately 3 a.m. on August 12, 2025, reporting an unconscious woman who was bleeding in the 2100 block of West Crescent Avenue. Police and Anaheim Fire and Rescue personnel quickly responded to the scene, where they located Crummel inside a tent set up in an unoccupied field north of Crescent Avenue.
The tent was positioned near a flood drainage facility and close to the 5 Freeway. Initial investigations by the Anaheim Police Department have classified Crummel’s death as a homicide. It is believed she was living in the tent at the time of her passing.
Crummel’s body was discovered by a friend, who immediately contacted law enforcement. Investigators have stated that the area where Crummel was found is enclosed by a fence, with a hole cut out providing access. At this time, the Anaheim Police Department has released limited details regarding the circumstances surrounding her death, but further investigation is actively ongoing.
The police are urging anyone with information about Jessica Elaine Crummel or the events leading to her death to reach out to the Anaheim Police Department at 714-321-3669, or contact the Orange County Crime Stoppers at 855-TIP-OCCS. As the investigation proceeds, the authorities remain focused on uncovering the circumstances of this tragic incident.
Jessica Elaine Crummel, a resident of Anaheim, was known to be living on the streets near the area where her body was found. The investigation highlights the issues facing many individuals in the community who experience homelessness. Authorities are working diligently to gather evidence and piece together the events leading up to her death, which has left many in the community mourning her loss and concerned for the safety of other vulnerable individuals living in similar conditions.
This incident has raised awareness about the challenges faced by homeless individuals in Anaheim and underscores the importance of community support systems. As detectives continue their work, the local community is left to grapple with the loss and the events that have unfolded in recent days.
The Anaheim Police Department is expected to provide updates on the investigation as new information becomes available, prompting a call to community members to come forward and assist in bringing clarity to this devastating situation.
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