The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) is investigating the death of a man who was shot in the early-morning hours Sunday.
On Sept. 11, at approximately 3:39am, police were dispatched to an “assault with a deadly weapon” call in the area of Locust Avenue and East 12th Street. Officers found a male adult who had sustained a gunshot injury to the upper torso, on the ground. Long Beach Fire Department personnel responded and determined him deceased at the scene. Homicide detectives also responded to begin their investigation.
The Los Angeles County Coroner will make positive identification and notify next of kin.
A motive for the shooting is unknown. No suspect information is available and the investigation remains ongoing. Those with information regarding the incident are encouraged to call homicide detectives at (562) 570-7244. Anonymous tips may be submitted through “LA Crime Stoppers” by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), downloading the “P3 Tips” app to a smart phone (available at the Apple App store and Google Play) or visiting lacrimestoppers.org.
Source: LBPD
