Elderly man found dead on Huntington Beach sidewalk; homicide investigation underway

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (KABC) -- A Huntington Beach man's suspicious death is now being investigated as a murder.

Investigators said the elderly victim was found bloodied, lying face down on the ground along Ellis Avenue.

Police made the disturbing discovery around 5 p.m. Tuesday.

The man was rushed to the hospital, but did not survive.

Police have not said how he died, or if there are any suspects at this time.