Two Missing Lancaster Men Found Buried Beneath Abandoned Greenhouse

LANCASTER, Calif. — Two missing Lancaster-area men were found dead and buried beneath an abandoned greenhouse on a remote property near East Avenue F and 50th Street East.

The men were identified as Ricky Allen Phillips, 61, and Edward Perez, 46. Phillips had been missing since August 30, while Perez had also previously been reported missing.

Sheriff’s homicide detectives searched the property using cadaver dogs and heavy equipment. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner identified both men, but their causes of death have not yet been determined.

No suspects or arrests have been publicly announced. The homicide investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the LASD Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500.