Glendale Man Arrested in Mother’s Fatal Stabbing

Glendale police found Yana Landau, 55, dead inside a home on the 500 block of Justin Avenue on November 9. Officers were called at about 6 p.m. after someone reported finding blood inside the residence. She had multiple stab wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

During a search of the surrounding area, officers found a man sitting in a parked vehicle nearby. Police identified him as Sebastian Landau, Yana’s son, and said he was the sole suspect in the killing.

Sebastian Landau was arrested and booked on suspicion of murder at the Glendale Police Jail. Detectives recovered a weapon they believe was used in the stabbing, but police have not identified it or disclosed a possible motive.

Yana Landau worked as a skilled skincare professional for over 25 years total. She operated a Los Angeles skincare business offering services including eyelash extensions, permanent makeup, waxing and skincare treatments. Her professional background included training at the Aveda Institute in New York and work at salons in New York City and Miami.

Police asked anyone with information about the case to contact Glendale detectives at 818-548-4840.