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Two Minors Reported Missing in Long Beach
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Two Minors Reported Missing in Long Beach

UPDATE: Gabriela Lopez and Eddie Bernal Jr. returned home on 6/16/2023 at 9:00 p.m. unharmed and reunited with a relative. The Long Beach Police Department was asking for the public's…
Posted by LBLN June 16, 2023
Police seek Community Help in Locating At-Risk Missing Person
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Police seek Community Help in Locating At-Risk Missing Person

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a 74-year-old at-risk missing person, Thomas Edward Morgan, who was last seen on Aug.28, 2022, at approximately 5:34…
Posted by LBLN August 29, 2022
Police seek Community Help to find At-Risk Person
Posted inCommunity Local News Long Beach

Police seek Community Help to find At-Risk Person

LONG BEACH, CA - The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a 72-year-old at-risk missing person, Robert Alonso Roach, who was last seen on July…
Posted by LBLN July 20, 2022
LBPD Seeks Help Finding At-Risk Missing Person
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LBPD Seeks Help Finding At-Risk Missing Person

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a 48-year-old at-risk missing person, David Quiroz, who was last seen on June 10, 2022, at 12:30 a.m.…
Posted by LBLN June 10, 2022
LBPD seeks help in Locating an At-Risk Missing Person
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LBPD seeks help in Locating an At-Risk Missing Person

UPDATE: Birden was found unharmed and reunited with family. LONG BEACH, CA - The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help locating an 85-year-old at-risk missing person,…
Posted by LBLN May 26, 2022
Posted inBreaking News Community Local News

LOCATED: AT-RISK MISSING PERSON – NATASHA MARIE KORINEK

UPDATE: LBPD has announced that as of 7:30 p.m., missing person Natasha Marie Korinek was located unharmed by LBPD officers and has been reunited with her family. No further information…
Posted by LBLN May 7, 2022
LOCATED: Police seek public’s help locating 13-year-old at-risk missing person 
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LOCATED: Police seek public’s help locating 13-year-old at-risk missing person 

Update 4/15/22: On April 14, 2022, detectives from the Long Beach Police Department’s Missing Persons Detail located evidence Ana was in Memphis, Tennessee. As they followed-up on their lead(s), they…
Posted by LBLN April 15, 2022
LBPD Seeking Public’s Help in Locating At-Risk Missing Person
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LBPD Seeking Public’s Help in Locating At-Risk Missing Person

LONG BEACH, CA - The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a 48-year-old at-risk missing person, David Quiroz, who was last seen on April 8,…
Posted by LBLN April 8, 2022
LOCATED: LBPD seeks Community Help to Locate an At Risk Missing Person
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LOCATED: LBPD seeks Community Help to Locate an At Risk Missing Person

Update 4/4/22 at 11:00 a.m.: On Apr. 4, 2022, at-risk missing person Edward Charles Willis was located at a local medical facility in Long Beach. Original News Release 4/4/22 at…
Posted by LBLN April 4, 2022
CSULB Student Hunter Lewis Lost at Sea While Creating Treasure Hunt
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CSULB Student Hunter Lewis Lost at Sea While Creating Treasure Hunt

Hunter Lewis set sail on Dec. 31 in Trinidad Harbor and was not seen again after that day.  The search and rescue efforts for Lewis were called off on Jan.…
Posted by LBLN January 20, 2022
Police Seek Public Help to find At-Risk Person
Posted inBreaking News Local News Long Beach

Police Seek Public Help to find At-Risk Person

UPDATE: According to LBPD as of 1/6/22, missing person David Alejandro Quiroz safely returned to his care facility, unharmed. Thank you all who helped search for David. Original Post: LONG…
Posted by LBLN January 6, 2022
Police Seek Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person Leonard Webb
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Police Seek Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person Leonard Webb

UPDATE 11/10/21 at 3:30 p.m.:On Nov. 10, 2021, Caltrans employees spotted Mr. Webb while they were working in the area of the Los Angeles River and 405 Freeway. They noticed…
Posted by LBLN November 10, 2021
UPDATE: Located At-Risk Missing Person: Leopoldo Flores Alfaro
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UPDATE: Located At-Risk Missing Person: Leopoldo Flores Alfaro

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help locating a 72-year-old at-risk missing person, Leopoldo Flores Alfaro, who was last seen on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, at…
Posted by LBLN October 18, 2021
Update located: Long Beach Police asking public’s help locating a 26-year-old critical missing person
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Update located: Long Beach Police asking public’s help locating a 26-year-old critical missing person

Update 9/23/21 at 10:30 a.m.:On Sep. 23, 2021, the Long Beach Police Department was notified that missing person Davontay Marquise Clark was located unharmed at a medical facility in the…
Posted by LBLN September 21, 2021
Police Seek Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person
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Police Seek Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person

Update at 3:30 p.m: On Aug. 31, 2021, missing person Tasha June Merola was located unharmed at a store in the City of Lakewood.  The Long Beach Police Department is…
Posted by LBLN August 31, 2021
Police Seek Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person
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Police Seek Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a 22-year-old at-risk missing person, Christopher James Timmons, who was last seen on August 19, 2021, at…
Posted by LBLN August 20, 2021
Family Continues Search for Overboard Passenger of Catalina Express
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Family Continues Search for Overboard Passenger of Catalina Express

Though the official search has concluded, Keion’s family and loved ones aren’t giving up. In addition to the 600 square miles searched by authorities both on the ocean and from the air, Kion’s family has coordinated with community members to keep up the search efforts.
Posted by LBLN June 12, 2021
Police Seek Public’s Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person Mary Margaret Robinson
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Police Seek Public’s Help Locating At-Risk Missing Person Mary Margaret Robinson

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating 57-year-old at-risk missing person Mary Margaret Robinson, who was last seen near the Long Beach Community Hospital…
Posted by LBLN June 10, 2021
Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person Colette Flores Whiteway
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Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person Colette Flores Whiteway

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating 36-year-old at risk missing person Colette Flores Whiteway, who was last seen at her residence on Sunday,…
Posted by LBLN June 7, 2021
Update: Located; Long Beach Police ask public’s help locating 11-year-old
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Update: Located; Long Beach Police ask public’s help locating 11-year-old

Update 5/21/21 at 3:00 p.m: Missing juvenile Leilani Sucess Collins was found unharmed in the City at approximately 11:30 a.m. today and has been reunited with her family.   Original News…
Posted by LBLN May 21, 2021
Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person Brigette Anne Holbrook
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Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person Brigette Anne Holbrook

Update 4/20/21 at 9:00 a.m: Missing person Brigette Anne Holbrook was located by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department on Friday, April 16, 2021, at approximately 1:15 p.m. The Long…
Posted by LBLN April 15, 2021
Police ask public help locating missing 13-year-old in Long Beach
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Police ask public help locating missing 13-year-old in Long Beach

UPDATE 4/7/21 at 6:00 p.m: Missing juvenile Diana Elizabeth Rojas Gonzaga was located in the City at approximately 4 p.m. today and has been reunited with her family.     …
Posted by LBLN April 7, 2021
Update Located: Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person Lester Jackson
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Update Located: Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person Lester Jackson

Update 1/8/2021 at 2:30 p.m.: On Jan. 8, 2021 at approximately 1:15 p.m., critical missing person, Lester Jackson, was located unharmed by a Good Samaritan in the City of Long…
Posted by LBLN January 8, 2021
Update located: Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person George Crout
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Update located: Police seek public’s help locating critical missing person George Crout

Update 11/27/2020 at 11:10am:On November 27, 2020, officers confirmed critical missing person, George Clevland Crout Jr., returned home safely and has been reunited with his family.    The Long Beach…
Posted by LBLN November 25, 2020
LBPD asking for the public’s help in locating 22-year-old critical missing person
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LBPD asking for the public’s help in locating 22-year-old critical missing person

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating 22-year-old critical missing person, Christian Garcia, who was last seen on Tuesday, September 22, 2020, at approximately…
Posted by LBLN September 23, 2020
UPDATE LOCATED: Critical Missing Person 72-Year-Old James Carson
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UPDATE LOCATED: Critical Missing Person 72-Year-Old James Carson

UPDATE LOCATED: Critical missing person, James Carson, has been located unharmed in the City of Long Beach. Have you seen critical missing person 72-Year-Old James Carson? More info:https://www.longbeachlocalnews.com/2020/08/31/critical-missing-person-72-year-old-james-carson/ The Long…
Posted by LBLN August 31, 2020
UPDATE LOCATED: Critical Missing Person Davontay Marquise Clark
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UPDATE LOCATED: Critical Missing Person Davontay Marquise Clark

Update Located 8/5/20: On August 5, 2020, at approximately 5:00 pm, Long Beach Police Department officers located Clark in the area of Wardlow Road and Atlantic Avenue. Clark was found…
Posted by LBLN August 5, 2020
UPDATE Located: 10-year-old critical missing person Leilani Sucess Collins
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UPDATE Located: 10-year-old critical missing person Leilani Sucess Collins

Update 7/11/20: On July 11, 2020, at approximately 12:40 p.m., detectives were able to learn the whereabouts of the missing person and with the assistance of the Los Angeles Police…
Posted by LBLN July 11, 2020
UPDATE: Located Critical Missing Person Christopher James Timmons
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UPDATE: Located Critical Missing Person Christopher James Timmons

Updated 7/9/20: On July 9, 2020, detectives were notified that missing person Timmons was located by the Los Angeles Police Department. Timmons was located on July 8, 2020, at a…
Posted by LBLN July 7, 2020
Long Beach Police seek public’s help locating 71-year-old critical missing person
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Long Beach Police seek public’s help locating 71-year-old critical missing person

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating 71-year-old critical missing person Michael Charles Polizzi, who was last seen on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at…
Posted by LBLN February 25, 2020
UPDATE LOCATED: Long Beach Police asking public’s help locating 68-year-old critical missing person
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UPDATE LOCATED: Long Beach Police asking public’s help locating 68-year-old critical missing person

Update 1/27/20:On January 24, 2020 at approximately 6:15 p.m., the Long Beach Police Department was notified by the Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office that critical missing person Edward Ringer was…
Posted by LBLN January 24, 2020
UPDATE LOCATED: Long Beach Police asking public’s help locating 21-year-old critical missing person
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UPDATE LOCATED: Long Beach Police asking public’s help locating 21-year-old critical missing person

Update 1/27/20:On January 27, 2020, the Long Beach Police Department was notified critical missing person Abiel Tseggi had been located on January 17th in Orange County by the California Highway Patrol…
Posted by LBLN January 22, 2020
LOCATED: Critical Missing Juvenile Mia Gianna Goforth
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LOCATED: Critical Missing Juvenile Mia Gianna Goforth

UPDATE: Critical missing juvenile Mia Gianna Goforth was located January 16th at approximately 9:25 p.m. when she returned safely to her residence in the 2100 block of Fidler Ave. The…
Posted by LBLN January 16, 2020
UPDATE: Critical missing person Jamesse Brown was located in the City of Signal Hill
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UPDATE: Critical missing person Jamesse Brown was located in the City of Signal Hill

UPDATE: Critical missing person Jamesse Brown was located unharmed in the City of Signal Hill at approx. 1:50 p.m. on 12/01. Original post: The Long Beach Police Department (L.B.P.D.) is…
Posted by LBLN December 1, 2019
UPDATE: Located, Critical Missing Person Markel Brown
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UPDATE: Located, Critical Missing Person Markel Brown

Update 10/18/19 at 4:25 p.m.:Critical missing person Markel Brown was located on October 18th at approximately 4:00 p.m. in the City of Los Angeles, CA and is in the process…
Posted by LBLN October 18, 2019
UPDATE: Critical Missing Person Maria Torres
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UPDATE: Critical Missing Person Maria Torres

Updated 10/14/19 at 11:25 a.m.:Critical missing person Maria Torres was located on October 14th in the area of Colorado St and Obispo Ave at approximately 11:00 a.m. and is in the…
Posted by LBLN October 14, 2019
UPDATE: Found Safe Critical Missing Person Davian Jay Carter 12 Year-Old
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UPDATE: Found Safe Critical Missing Person Davian Jay Carter 12 Year-Old

The Long Beach Police Department (LBPD) is seeking the public’s help in locating critical missing person Davian Jay Carter, who was last seen on September 24, 2019. He was found…
Posted by LBLN September 25, 2019
UPDATE: Missing Person Harmon found
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UPDATE: Missing Person Harmon found

On Monday, July 15, 2019 at approximately 11:00 p.m., critical missing person Tievon Lee Harmon was located in the City of Wilmington. Before missing Harmon was last seen by a…
Posted by LBLN July 16, 2019
Critical Missing Person Tivon Harmon Last Seen in Long Beach
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Critical Missing Person Tivon Harmon Last Seen in Long Beach

‪Tivon Lee Harmon and was last seen on July 13, 2019 at approximately 12:30pm in Long Beach. This Silver Alert has been activated by California Highway Patrol on behalf of…
Posted by LBLN July 14, 2019
UPDATE on Critical Missing Person: Rogelio Manzo
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UPDATE on Critical Missing Person: Rogelio Manzo

Rogelio Manzo was found this afternoon in hospital. The Long Beach Police Department was seeking the public’s help in locating critical missing person Rogelio Manzo, who was last seen on…
Posted by LBLN July 5, 2019
Update: LOCATED Long Beach Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Critical Missing Juvenile
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Update: LOCATED Long Beach Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Critical Missing Juvenile

UPDATE: LOCATED: #LBPD patrol officers found missing juvenile unharmed at a shopping center in the City of Lakewood and has been reunited with his family.  The Long Beach Police Department…
Posted by LBLN December 5, 2018
Long Beach Police Searching For Critical Missing Person
Posted inBreaking News Local News Missing Person

Long Beach Police Searching For Critical Missing Person

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating an elderly man who suffers from medical condition(s), may become disoriented, and is known to wander. The…
Posted by LBLN November 13, 2018
Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating critical missing person.
Posted inCommunity Local News Missing Person

Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating critical missing person.

Update: Missing person Eleanor Lloyd was located today, September 27th at 11:10am near Anaheim Street & Cherry Avenue. She was evaluated by LBFD paramedics, was found to be in good…
Posted by LBLN September 27, 2018
UPDATE: FOUND CRITICAL MISSING PERSON- IEVISE SULUAI
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UPDATE: FOUND CRITICAL MISSING PERSON- IEVISE SULUAI

UPDATE: 7/31/18 Ievise has been located safe at a Los Angeles hospital. Thank you to all who shared on our facebook.com/longbeachlocalnews   The Long Beach Department is asking for the…
Posted by LBLN July 31, 2018
Teen Girl Missing From Treament Center in Long Beach
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Teen Girl Missing From Treament Center in Long Beach

Long Beach Police have been searching for a 15-year-old girl that went missing from a treatment facility in Long Beach since last Friday. According to a police bulletin for missing…
Posted by LBLN May 24, 2018
Long Beach Police Asking Public’s Help Locating Missing Adult
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Long Beach Police Asking Public’s Help Locating Missing Adult

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing adult. The missing person, 86-year-old Carmelo “Ricky” Beltran, was last seen in the evening of…
Posted by LBLN December 15, 2017
(Update Found Safe) Long Beach Poly High Student Missing
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(Update Found Safe) Long Beach Poly High Student Missing

Long Beach, CA #UPDATE Jasmine has been found and she is now safe with her family. Rodney Howard posted this message earlier today about his daughter Jasmine Howard's disappearance: "My…
Posted by LBLN March 25, 2017
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Child Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle in North Child Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle in North Long Beach

A child has died following a traffic collision in North Long Beach on Saturday afternoon, according to the Long Beach Police Department.

Police said the collision occurred around 4:39 p.m. on May 16 near Paramount Boulevard and 56th Street. Officers responded to reports of a vehicle striking a child in the roadway.

When officers arrived, personnel from the Long Beach Fire Department were providing emergency medical aid to the child. The child was transported to a local hospital, where they later died from their injuries. The child was possibly around eight-years-old.

The preliminary investigation found that a 2020 Honda Civic was traveling southbound on Paramount Boulevard when the child reportedly ran into the street and was struck by the vehicle.

The driver, identified only as a 27-year-old man from Paramount, remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

Investigators said speed, distracted driving, and driving under the influence are not believed to have been factors in the collision.

“Our hearts are with this young child’s family, and everyone affected by this terrible traffic collision,” said Police Chief Wally Hebeish. “This is a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly unexpected tragedies can occur and is a solemn reminder of the importance of doing all we can to ensure everyone’s safety on our roadways.”

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the collision is urged to contact LBPD Collision Investigation Detail Detective D. Dougherty at (562) 570-7355.
Long Beach Pride Festival Cancellation Amid Safety Long Beach Pride Festival Cancellation Amid Safety Permit Dispute

The City of Long Beach released a detailed statement defending its decision to cancel the 2026 Long Beach Pride Festival, saying organizers failed to provide critical safety and permitting documents in time for the event to move forward as planned.

According to the City, festival applications of this size are normally due 65 days in advance, though expedited reviews can be requested within 14 days. Officials said staff continued working with organizers throughout the week and into the final hours before the scheduled start of the festival to review submissions and request missing information.

City officials stated additional site plans were submitted around 7 p.m. Thursday night, but the application still lacked key documents needed to issue permits. As of Friday morning, the City said it had not received approved structural plans for stages and trusses, approved electrical plans, detailed security layouts, or sufficient infrastructure details required to safely permit the event.

Despite the cancellation of the festival in its original form, City leaders and the Convention Center reportedly offered alternative venues, including the Terrace Theater plaza for up to 3,000 attendees or the Bixby Park bandshell for a free public concert. Officials said alcohol sales and fenced-off areas would not have been allowed because of the shortened timeline. Mayor Rex Richardson also offered to privately raise up to $50,000 to support either option, but organizers declined.

The City emphasized that Pride celebrations will continue across Long Beach throughout the weekend, including Sunday’s Long Beach Pride Parade at 10 a.m., which the City says it has funded and operated for the past three years. Officials also announced additional transit services, extra restroom facilities along Broadway, and a free drag show and live music event Sunday at Bixby Park hosted by Jewels of Long Beach.
Long Beach Residents Question Public Safety After Long Beach Residents Question Public Safety After Shooting and Two Stabbings

Violent incidents across Long Beach since Mother’s Day weekend are raising renewed concerns among residents who say crime feels more frequent despite city leaders reporting overall declines in crime.

On May 11 at approximately 8:52 p.m., officers responded to the 6300 block of Myrtle Avenue regarding a shooting. Police located evidence at the scene and later learned a male adult victim had driven himself to the Long Beach Police Department North Division substation with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the upper body. Long Beach Fire personnel transported the victim to a local hospital. The suspect fled before officers arrived, and the investigation remains ongoing.

The shooting followed two separate stabbings reported on May 10.

At approximately 8:13 p.m., officers responded to the 5600 block of Long Beach Boulevard where a male adult victim was found with a non-life-threatening stab wound to the upper body.

Earlier that morning around 5:14 a.m., officers responded to the 1000 block of Anaheim Street where another male adult victim was located with multiple non-life-threatening stab wounds to the upper body.

Both victims were transported to local hospitals, and investigators say the motive and suspect information in all three incidents remain under investigation.

The recent violence has left many residents questioning the city’s public safety messaging. Mayor Rex Richardson and city officials have pointed to statistics showing reductions in some crime categories, but many residents say shootings, stabbings, and other violent incidents continue to impact neighborhoods across the city.

Residents are now asking why crime feels like it is increasing and what additional steps are being taken to reduce violence and improve safety in Long Beach communities.
A man was shot Monday night near Houghton Park in A man was shot Monday night near Houghton Park in Long Beach

The shooting was reported just after 9 p.m. near Harding Street and Atlantic Avenue. Officers with the Long Beach Police Department responded to the area and located bullet casings in the area and a possible discarded firearm. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

Police have not released information on a suspect or motive as the investigation remains ongoing.
SWAT Responds to Barricaded Burglary Suspect in Lo SWAT Responds to Barricaded Burglary Suspect in Long Beach Home

Long Beach police deployed SWAT resources Monday night after a burglary suspect barricaded himself inside a residence in the 4200 block of Lakewood Boulevard.

Officers responded around 8:55 p.m. on May 4, 2026, to reports of a burglary in progress. When they arrived, police attempted to make contact with the suspect, who had locked himself inside the home of an adult male victim. Authorities quickly established a perimeter as the situation escalated.

SWAT teams were called in to safely resolve the standoff. After a coordinated response, officers were able to take the suspect into custody without reported injuries.

Police identified the suspect as Run Peov, a 47-year-old Long Beach resident. He was booked on charges of burglary and obstructing a peace officer, with bail set at $50,000.

The investigation remains ongoing.
Anthony Bryson Calls for Safer, More Affordable Lo Anthony Bryson Calls for Safer, More Affordable Long Beach

Long Beach Local News and Jerlene Tatum at Roxanne’s sit down with Anthony Bryson, a chef and community organizer running for City Council District 1. Bryson shares his vision for a safer, more affordable Long Beach, focused on renters, workers, and small businesses. With 10 years of grassroots experience, he outlines plans to address housing, public safety, and community support, positioning himself as a people-first candidate aiming to bring real change to District 1.
Long Beach Mayoral Candidate Terri Rivers Shares O Long Beach Mayoral Candidate Terri Rivers Shares Outline for Change terririversforlongbeachmayor 

Long Beach Local News and Jerlene Tatum at @roxannesbar sit down with mayoral candidate Terri Rivers to discuss her run for Long Beach mayor. A longtime community advocate, Rivers highlights her experience in community organizing, policy advocacy, and grassroots leadership. Her campaign focuses on strengthening neighborhoods, supporting workers and small businesses, expanding mental health services, addressing homelessness, and promoting clean air, while ensuring every resident has a voice and access to opportunity.
Two Separate Stabbings Reported in Long Beach Lon Two Separate Stabbings Reported in Long Beach

Long Beach residents are once again confronting concerns about public safety after two separate stabbings were reported within hours of each other on April 27, 2026.

The first incident occurred around 6:16 p.m. in the 1000 block of Market Street. Officers responded to reports of a stabbing and located an adult male suffering from a non-life-threatening wound to the lower body. He was transported to a local hospital by Long Beach Fire personnel. Authorities say the circumstances surrounding the attack, including a possible suspect and motive, remain under investigation.

Just a few hours later, at approximately 9:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Pacific Avenue, where they found a female juvenile victim with stab wounds to the upper body. She was also taken to a hospital for treatment. In this case, police quickly located and arrested a suspect who had fled the scene. Police say the incident began as a confrontation between the victim and suspect that escalated into violence. The investigation is ongoing.

While both victims are expected to survive, the back-to-back incidents have heightened anxiety among residents and business owners, particularly in busy areas of the city.

Residents continue to call for increased police presence and expanded community outreach prevention programs. For many, these incidents are not isolated, but part of a broader pattern that is impacting quality of life across Long Beach.

As investigations continue, authorities are urging anyone with additional information to come forward. Meanwhile, residents are left grappling with the reality of recurring violence and its toll on the community’s sense of safety.
Reports of a female stabbed near Market and Lewis Reports of a female stabbed near Market and Lewis in North Long Beach. The incident occurred around 6:25 PM. The female is being transported to a local hospital. LBPD is investigating.
Surge in Shootings and Stabbings Continues with La Surge in Shootings and Stabbings Continues with Latest Long Beach Incident

A man is recovering after a shooting early Sunday morning in North Long Beach, marking yet another act of violence amid a recent uptick in shootings and stabbings across the city.

On April 26, 2026, at approximately 1:30 a.m., officers with the Long Beach Police Department responded to a local hospital regarding a gunshot victim. Upon arrival, officers contacted an adult male suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the upper body.

Preliminary investigation revealed the shooting occurred in the 4800 block of Long Beach Boulevard. Officers responded to the scene, where they located evidence of a crime.

At this time, suspect information, circumstances, and motive remain under investigation.

This incident comes as Long Beach has seen a concerning rise in violent crimes in recent weeks, including multiple shootings and stabbings reported across several neighborhoods. Community members have raised concerns about public safety as these incidents continue to occur with increasing frequency.

Police are urging anyone with information to come forward as investigators work to determine what led to the latest shooting.
Long Beach Mayoral Candidate Chris Sweeney @sweene Long Beach Mayoral Candidate Chris Sweeney @sweeney4lbmayor Outlines Solutions for the City

Long Beach Local News and Bill at Phil’s sit down with Chris Sweeney to discuss his run for mayor and plans for the city. A longtime resident, entrepreneur, and former Long Beach State athlete, Sweeney shares how his community-driven work with RightMealz shaped his priorities. His campaign focuses on accountability, public safety, economic growth, and real solutions to homelessness, aiming to modernize city services and ensure every Long Beach neighborhood has the resources to thrive.
Mayoral Candidate Joshua Rodriguez @jrod4lbcmayor Mayoral Candidate Joshua Rodriguez @jrod4lbcmayor Outlines Vision for Safer Long Beach

Long Beach Local News and Bill at Phil’s sit down with mayoral candidate Joshua Rodriguez to discuss his vision for the city. A former police officer, Rodriguez outlines a platform focused on public safety, homelessness solutions, infrastructure repairs, and economic growth. His plan includes increased patrols, expanded services for unhoused residents, faster business approvals, and greater government transparency. Rodriguez also emphasizes reducing wasteful spending, improving disaster preparedness, and tackling pollution, promising a safer, cleaner, and more efficient Long Beach.
Deb Kahookele @debforlongbeach Shares Vision for L Deb Kahookele @debforlongbeach Shares Vision for Long Beach City Council in Sit-Down Interview

Long Beach Local News and Bill at Phil’s sit down with Debra “Deb” Kahookele to discuss her City Council campaign. A longtime community advocate, Deb shares her background, leadership roles, and work bringing residents together through local events. She outlines her priorities, including public safety, cleanliness, and addressing homelessness, while emphasizing the importance of listening to residents and creating a stronger, more connected Long Beach.
Officer Stabbed During Downtown Long Beach Confron Officer Stabbed During Downtown Long Beach Confrontation Near Grand Prix

LONG BEACH, Calif. — A Long Beach police officer was stabbed during a violent confrontation Friday afternoon in downtown, prompting a large police response just blocks from the Long Beach Grand Prix.

The incident occurred around 2:42 p.m. on April 17 in the 200 block of West Broadway, near First Street and Pacific Avenue, according to the Long Beach Police Department.

Officers were responding to an unknown trouble call involving a possibly armed suspect. When they arrived, they located a man matching the description and attempted to de-escalate the situation. During the encounter, a use of force occurred, and the suspect produced a knife and stabbed an officer multiple times.

Witnesses reported the confrontation stemmed from a dispute involving several individuals prior to police arrival.

Four Department of Homeland Security federal air marshals working nearby witnessed the attack and rushed to assist officers, helping take the suspect into custody without further incident.

The injured officer was taken to a hospital, treated, and later released.

“This officer put himself in harm’s way in the defense of others and sustained serious injuries in doing so,” Long Beach Police Chief Wally Hebeish said. “I am very grateful that he is going to recover.”

The suspect, identified as Arturo Fernandez, a 44-year-old Torrance resident, was arrested at the scene. After being medically cleared at a hospital, he was booked into Long Beach City Jail on suspicion of attempted murder. Bail was set at $1 million.

Police recovered the knife at the scene.

The incident drew a heavy police presence, with more than a dozen patrol vehicles shutting down nearby streets.
16-Year-Old Girl Stabbed in Long Beach After Fight 16-Year-Old Girl Stabbed in Long Beach After Fight Escalates

LONG BEACH, Calif. — A 16-year-old girl was injured in a stabbing Sunday evening in Long Beach, according to authorities.

Police responded around 6:23 p.m. on April 12 to the 2000 block of San Gabriel Avenue following reports of a person with a gun. When officers arrived, they discovered the call was actually an assault with a deadly weapon.

At the scene, officers located a teenage female victim suffering from a stab wound to her upper body. Personnel from the Long Beach Fire Department treated the victim at the scene. Her condition has not been released.

Investigators say the incident stemmed from a fight between the victim and the suspect that escalated, leading to the stabbing.

The suspect fled before officers arrived and has not been located.

The investigation remains ongoing.
Deadly Shooting Overnight near North Long Beach Ga Deadly Shooting Overnight near North Long Beach Gas Station

LONG BEACH, Calif. — A person was killed in a shooting Saturday in North Long Beach.

Officers responded around 9:20 p.m. on April 11 to the area of Cherry Avenue and Artesia Boulevard, where they found a victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body. The victim was unconscious and not breathing at the scene.

Fire personnel transported the victim to a local hospital, where they later died from their injuries.

Investigators recovered multiple shell casings near a gas station in the area, and several nearby vehicles were also struck by gunfire.

No suspect information has been released, and the motive for the shooting remains under investigation. We are waiting on more information from LBPD. Notified by @streaming562
Overturned vehicle crash at Wardlow and California Overturned vehicle crash at Wardlow and California just before 3 PM California Avenue is closed at Wardlow road.
People Over Politics’: Sequoia Neff Brings Public People Over Politics’: Sequoia Neff Brings Public Safety Focus to District 9 Race

LONG BEACH, Calif. — @longbeachneff Sequoia Neff, a North Long Beach resident, business owner and youth mentor, has announced her candidacy for the 2026 City Council race in District 9, challenging incumbent Joni Ricks-Oddie.

Neff, founder of a multi-state brokerage, is centering her campaign on public safety, economic growth and neighborhood investment, saying North Long Beach has been “overlooked for too long.”

A Long Beach native, Neff grew up near Houghton Park and attended Long Beach Polytechnic High School. As a young parent, she started a youth track club and basketball league to support underserved children.

With nearly 20 years in real estate, Neff says she understands local housing challenges and the struggles facing small businesses. Her public safety plan includes increasing police patrols, hiring more officers, expanding technology like cameras and license plate readers, and strengthening enforcement against repeat offenders. She also calls for improved lighting and stronger neighborhood watch programs.

Neff is also focusing on human trafficking and prostitution along the Long Beach Boulevard corridor, proposing targeted enforcement, stricter penalties near schools, and expanded services for victims.

On traffic safety, she supports cracking down on street takeovers, restoring traffic enforcement, and adding improvements like traffic calming measures and safer pedestrian crossings.

Her platform also includes boosting small businesses through grants and programs, attracting more retail, and addressing illegal dumping with stronger enforcement and cleanup efforts.

Neff is currently the only declared challenger in the District 9 race. Ricks-Oddie has represented the area since 2022. The 2026 election will determine leadership as North Long Beach faces ongoing concerns over crime, economic development and neighborhood conditions.

For more information, visit sequoianeff.com
Seven Arrested in Long Beach Police Operation Targ Seven Arrested in Long Beach Police Operation Targeting Sex Work Activity

Long Beach, CA — A month-long enforcement operation by the Long Beach Police Department led to seven arrests tied to commercial sex work along the Long Beach Boulevard corridor.

Throughout March 2026, North Division officers worked with the High Crime Focus Team and Societal Crimes Section to address community concerns related to prostitution and human trafficking.

Those arrested include:

Briana Hoyem, 28, of Long Beach, arrested March 25 and again on March 31
David Lozano, 39, of Los Angeles, arrested March 25
Azora Mack, 22, of Fresno, arrested March 25
Eduardo Cortez, 27, of Long Beach, arrested March 25
Alex Palma, 38, of Long Beach, arrested March 31

Police say six individuals were arrested for solicitation-related offenses, and three vehicles were towed. Those arrested include Briana Hoyem, 28, of Long Beach; David Lozano, 39, of Los Angeles; Azora Mack, 22, of Fresno; Eduardo Cortez, 27, of Long Beach; and Alex Palma, 38, of Long Beach.

In a separate but related case, officers responded to the 6400 block of Long Beach Boulevard on March 21 at about 12:28 a.m. after reports of a robbery. Investigators say a man pointed a gun at a commercial sex worker and attempted to rob her.

Officers later located the suspect, recovered a firearm, and arrested Blazie Douglas, 34, of Long Beach. He was booked for robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, soliciting prostitution, and an outstanding warrant. He is being held without bail.

“Efforts like these reflect our continued commitment to addressing illegal activity while prioritizing the safety and dignity of those impacted by exploitation,” said Police Chief Wally Hebeish.

Police say officers also provided information about support services to individuals encountered during the operation.

Anyone with information is urged to call 9-1-1 in an emergency or 562-435-6711 for non-emergency dispatch.
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