Murder Investigation, 67th Street Long Beach

Homicide detectives are investigating the shooting death of a 16-year-old male which occurred on Aug. 4.

About 2:40 p.m., officers responded to the 3300 block of 67th Street, regarding multiple reports of a person who was shot in the street.

Upon arrival, officers located a male teenage victim with multiple gunshot wounds to his upper and lower body. Officers rendered medical aid and attempted life saving measures until being relieved by Long Beach Fire Department personnel who determined the victim deceased at the scene.

Homicide detectives responded to the scene. Through their preliminary investigation, detectives determined the victim’s adult male relative drove the victim to the area. The victim exited the vehicle and returned a short time later followed by a group of unknown subjects. Moments later, a shooting occurred striking the victim and the relative’s vehicle. The relative then fled the area and immediately called the police. The victim’s relative sustained a minor injury to his upper body and he was treated at the scene. It is not yet known if the relative was struck by gunfire or debris.

The group fled the area on foot prior to officers’ arrival.

The motive for the shooting remains under investigation.

The victim has been identified as a 16-year-old resident from the city of Bell. His identity is being withheld due to his age.

Detectives believe there were additional witnesses in the area and are encouraging them to come forward.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact Homicide Detectives Oscar Valenzuela or Leticia Gamboa 562-570-7244 or anonymously at 800-222-8477, www.lacrimestoppers.org.