Gunfire erupted in North Long Beach on Wednesday night following an argument, with the gunman opening fire on a man attempting to flee the scene in his car. As reported by the Long Beach Police Department, the violent exchange occurred near Downey Avenue and Artesia Boulevard near 91 Freeway, shortly before 7:30 p.m.
The confrontation began when the assailant and victim exchanged words, and the verbal altercation abruptly ended when the victim decided to leave, entering his vehicle. According to the LBPD, "The preliminary investigation suggests the victim was in the area when he was approached by an unknown male adult suspect, and they engaged in a brief verbal altercation." However, as the victim drove off, the shooter aimed and fired at the departing car.
No injuries were reported, despite the vehicle being struck. The shooter managed to vanish before law enforcement arrived on the scene.
While what sparked the argument remains a mystery, the Long Beach Post details that "It's not clear what prompted the argument," leaving the motive as elusive as the shooter's identity.
