Long Beach was rocked by violence late last night with a murder and a hit shooting that has left the local community on high alert. The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) is currently delving into the tragic events that unfolded. According to an official statement on the LBPD website, gunfire erupted on the 400 block of Almond Avenue shortly after midnight, which resulted in a male victim being critically injured. The LBPD reported that officers received the call at approximately 12:25 a.m., and emergency services swiftly transported the victim to a nearby hospital ,where he remains in critical but stable condition.
In a separate incident reported by the Long Beach Police Department, another shooting took place in the 100 block of La Verne Avenue around 1:39 a.m. Arriving on the grisly scene, officers found another male victim deceased. The suspect, fleeing the scene before officers' arrival, is at large. As the investigation continues, responding homicide detectives are expected to release further information later today.
Long Beach officials are calling for calm and vigilance as they address both the hit shooting and murder investigation head-on. In a community beset by the sudden spike in violence, the LBPD has announced an increased police presence that will permeate the area throughout the weekend. This effort aims to provide a level of reassurance, engaging with businesses and residents, which was emphasized in the LBPD's recent communication to the public.
The LBPD has not disclosed any potential motives or circumstances that may have led to either of the shootings, nor identified any suspects. However, the police department is urging anyone with information related to the incidents to come forward.
