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LBPD Blotter - 5/8/24

Release Date: 2024-05-08

Welcome to the LBPD Blotter!

As part of our ongoing commitment to external communications and providing valuable information to our community, the Department posts preliminary information about incidents that occurred the previous evening, including shootings and stabbings, as well as any other LBPD updates to the Department’s homepage and on the “News” tab of the Department’s website. This page will be updated as new incidents occur.


Here’s a recap of incidents occurring last night.

  • Homicide Investigation - 800 block of Atlantic Avenue - On May 8, 2024 at approximately 12:11 a.m., officers responded to the 800 block of Atlantic Avenue regarding a shots call. Upon arrival, officers located a male adult victim with gunshot wounds to his upper body. Officers immediately rendered medical aid to the victim. Long Beach Fire Department personnel arrived at the scene and determined the victim was deceased. Homicide detectives responded and the investigation is ongoing. A news release detailing this incident is forthcoming. 

This information is preliminary and is intended for early information use rather than being a formal investigative report.