Two Arrested in Connection With Suspicious Death in Santa Barbara
Lawrence Matthew Brennen, 39, was found deceased under suspicious circumstances on October 28 at an apartment located on Los Aguajes Avenue in Santa Barbara's West Beach neighborhood. Police have arrested Jenica Ochoa, 45, and Kenneth Tompkins, 43, who are facing…
Santa Barbara Santa Maria San Luis Obispo, CA, November 6, 2026 — Authorities have arrested two individuals in connection with the suspicious death of a man discovered at an apartment in Santa Barbara’s West Beach neighborhood. The deceased has been identified as Lawrence Matthew Brennen, 39.
Brennen’s body was found on October 28 at an apartment located on Los Aguajes Avenue. The circumstances surrounding his death are being treated as suspicious by investigators.
As a result of the ongoing investigation, the Santa Barbara Police Department has arrested Jenica Ochoa, 45, and Kenneth Tompkins, 43. Both individuals are facing charges that include conspiracy to commit a crime and concealing a death.
The Santa Barbara Police Department has not released further details regarding the specific nature of the suspicious circumstances or the alleged conspiracy at this time. The investigation is reportedly continuing.
Lawrence Matthew Brennen is being remembered by his family as a loving father and brother. His family is currently seeking donations to help cover funeral expenses. Further information on how to contribute was not provided in the initial summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Elaine Sanders on www.independent.com, see more information here.
