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Los Angeles County man arrested after allegedly stabbing stepfather to death

A Los Angeles County man has been arrested after allegedly killing his stepfather in Castaic, according to authorities.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said in a news release that deputies from the Santa Clarita Station responded to the 32000 block of Ridge Top Lane around 1:35 p.m. Sunday after a reported assault with a deadly weapon.

Deputies discovered a man lying on the living room floor upon arrival, who was suffering from multiple stab wounds. The man, later identified as 62-year-old Castaic resident Bruce Whitney, was pronounced dead at the scene.

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The scene of an apparent homicide in Castaic on Feb. 14, 2026. CBS LA

Investigations revealed the suspect to be Whitney's stepson, 19-year-old Terrance Crawford.

Crawford was later located in the Los Angeles area and arrested on suspicion of murder.

No additional details, including possible motive, were immediately made available.

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