What Happened

Veteran actor James Handy, 81, was found stabbed to death outside a residence in the Tarzana neighbourhood of Los Angeles on Thursday. The incident occurred on Wednesday around 9:30 a.m. when the suspect, 44-year-old Michael Gledhill, waved down officers after a 911 call was made to the home. Detectives have characterized the stabbing as an isolated incident, stating there is no immediate threat to public safety. Handy was a character actor known for roles in films such as "Logan," "Top Gun: Maverick," and "Arachnophobia." The suspect made a specific statement to the 911 caller, saying, "I am the son of man, I just killed the man of sin." Police confirmed the victim was found at a home in the northwest Los Angeles area. The investigation focuses on the specific circumstances of the call and the suspect's actions at the scene. Authorities have not released further details regarding the motive beyond the suspect's initial statement. The case remains under active investigation by local law enforcement.

Why It Matters

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