(L.A.) Joaquin Carlin-Rodriguez, 33, Died in a Backyard

Case Number: 2025-10810

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 33-year-old Latino male that occured in a backyard.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Joaquin Carlin-Rodriguez.

Manner of Death: Accident

Cause of Death: Blast Injuries

RIP JOAQUIN CARLIN-RODRIGUEZ ( July 3, 2025)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Thursday.

A massive explosion followed by a fire destroyed multiple homes Monday night in the Pacoima neighborhood of Los Angeles. The incident happened at around 9:00 p.m. in the 12900 block of West Corcoran Street.

More than 100 firefighters responded to the scene, working to contain the blaze and prevent further damage. According to authorities, the explosion was caused by illegal fireworks.