Found Body Positively Identified as that of Murder Victim

**UPDATE**

On June 1, 2007, Hollywood homicide detectives arrested David Mahler for the murder of an unidentified Caucasian woman at his residence on May 27, 2007.  The victim, whose body had been removed from the crime scene, was later identified as Kristin Baldwin, 38.

On June 17, 2007, detectives were notified by the Coroner's Division of the San Bernardino Sheriff's Department that human remains were found approximately four miles east of Barstow, California, on June 16, 2007.  The body was discovered by two men who had stopped to assist a stranded motorist near the junction of the 15 and 40 Freeways.  The remains were in a ditch. The men immediately notified authorities.

The Los Angeles County Coroner's office was advised and subsequently took custody of the body.  On June 25, 2007, the body was confirmed to be that of Kristin Baldwin.  A city of residence has not yet been determined.

Questions may be directed to Hollywood Detectives Lieutenant Don Lehman at 213-972-2969.

Police Ask Public's Help in Solving Hollywood Murder

Los Angeles: Hollywood Homicide Detectives are requesting the public's assistance in identifying and locating the body of a woman who was murdered last month in Hollywood.

On Friday, June 1, 2007, at approximately 12:30 a.m., patrol officers responded to a call stating that a woman had been shot to death in a home at 8581 Cole Crest Drive, in Hollywood.  When police arrived, they found several individuals at the location, all of whom were taken to Hollywood Police Station for questioning. 

Detectives determined that a female victim was in fact shot to death at the residence on Sunday, May 27, 2007.  One of the persons detained, David Mahler, 43, of Hollywood, was later booked for murder at Hollywood Station.  He is being held without bail.

The identity and location of the victim are not known.  She was Caucasian in her late thirties with blond hair, 5'4", 120 pounds, and wore black spandex bike shorts and a tank top of unknown color. Her first name may have been Chrissie.

Anyone with information is asked to call Hollywood Homicide Detectives at 213-972-2910 or 213-972-2915, during normal business hours.  After hours and on weekends, phone the 24-hour toll free Detective Information Desk at 1-877-LAW-FULL (529-3855).

Media inquiries may be directed to Media Relations Section.

Comments

[Rochelle McGowan]

Kristen is a very good friend of mine and a big circle of friends loves her dearly and will miss her
here in Maui,HI...She will be re-
membered always in our hearts as our little sister who made this family of friends very happy. We love you and may your soul rest in peace until we meet again...

[Hollywood Officer]

Ms. McGowan,
We are very sorry for your loss... Don't worry, you've got some great detectives working your sister's case. She'll have justice.

[Robin Means Henson]

Thankyou detectives and officers working this case you have done an amazing job. I can never thank you enough. Now its time for justice to take it's course... Justice will prevail... Stay Strong... Rest In Peace, Krissy... Love, Rob...

[Stephanie Means Baldwin]

Thank you to the 2 good citizens who stopped to help someone with their car and found my sisters body. You helped many with your considerate choice to help a stranded motorist. Thank you to all the detectives for their thorough investigation. Your work will find the justice my sister deserves. Sincerely, Stephanie

[Rochelle McGowan]

Thank you Mr. Hollywood officer.
Your concern in my friend's case is very touching and we all who knew Kristen "thank you very much"
for all of your care in finding the justice that she deserves...
Mahalo much from Maui, HI
P.S.
Jeff and Terry Churchill who worked for L.A.P.D. and now retired in Maui, HI, say hi to all

[Monica's House]

Our prays and thoughts are with Kristin's family and friends. We were just made aware of this today and are so very sorry.
Kristin was a good friend and person. She will be missed.
Sleep with the angels sweetie.

[TR]

I can hardly believe this is real, Krissy, we all love you and think of you daily. Your missed each day, may you finally have some peace, with God.

[kenneth bauer]

i remember knowing kristen from 6th grade thru 12th at westlake high school. i found out the terrible news in accordance with our 20th HS reunion. the reunion went on as planned but was not the same as everyone was talking about the tragity and was in shock. The entire class knew who she was. the 87 class at westlake high will never be the same. not only was she the most popular girl from 7th-12th grade but everyone wanted to be like her or be in her cirlcle. in school i was known as the biggest nerd while kristen was on a huge pedistal but coming from me kristen deserved all the attention she got as she handled her popularity with a style of sweetness to be remembered forever. God bless her heart and take care of her soul forever. ken bauer

[samantha christine]

thank you detectives for helping on my aunt krissy's case ... i loved my aunt very much and she deserves justice .... i am also thankful for the 2 people who found her body ... you have no idea what that means to myself, sisters and mother ... she was a wonderful person whos life was taken from her too soon ... i can only pray that she is happy looking down on us everyday ... i love you aunt krissy and miss you everyday ... rest in peace ... love always your niece Samantha Christine