A Long Beach man has been charged in the fatal shooting of his 64-year-old roommate, Tyrone Crawford, officials said. The incident, which took place in the 3000 block of Gold Star Drive, was initially reported as a possible suicide on Tuesday morning, according to KTLA.
Responding officers arrived at the scene shortly before 9 a.m., where they found Crawford with a life-threatening gunshot wound. Despite the Long Beach Fire Department paramedics' efforts, Crawford was pronounced dead at the scene, as detailed by authorities. A statement made by the Long Beach Police Department said, due to the nature of the incident, "homicide detectives responded to further the investigation."
The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Trayen Gaston, was on location when officers arrived. He was taken into custody for the ongoing investigation. The Long Beach Police Department later discovered evidence indicating Gaston was responsible for Crawford's death.
Gaston faces charges that include one count of murder, one count of prohibited possessor in possession of a firearm, and one count of prohibited possessor in possession of ammunition. His bail was set at $2 million, the LBPD reported. The motive behind the shooting and additional circumstances around this incident are, still under investigation. Individuals with information about the case are encouraged to contact Homicide Detectives Eric Thai and Chasen Contreras at (562) 570-7244 or provide anonymous tips to "LA Crime Stoppers" by calling 800-222-TIPS (8477).
