UPDATE: Murder Investigation Arrest – 3300 Block of 67th St. LB

Update: Oct. 26

Homicide detectives have made an arrest regarding the Aug. 4, 2024 murder of a 16-year-old resident of the city of Bell.

Through their investigation, Homicide detectives identified the suspect as Ronald Guidry, a 41-year-old resident of Torrance. Detectives ultimately obtained a warrant for Guidry’s arrest. On Oct. 17, Guidry was located and arrested in the city of Las Vegas by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

Search warrants were subsequently served in the cities of Las Vegas, Moreno Valley, Rialto and Perris where items of evidence were located and recovered.

The incident was determined to be gang related.

“This arrest is an important step in bringing justice for the young life lost to such a senseless crime,” said Police Chief Wally Hebeish. “Gang violence is not tolerated in our city, and our department remains steadfast in our commitment to hold those involved accountable. Our thoughts are with the victim’s family, and we remain focused on continuing to make our neighborhoods safe for everyone.”

The Long Beach Police Department would like to extend its thanks and gratitude to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department for their assistance in apprehending Guidry, who is currently awaiting extradition to Los Angeles County.

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.

Originally Published Aug. 5

Homicide detectives are investigating the shooting death of a 16-year-old male which occurred on Aug. 4, in the 3300 block of 67th Street.

At approximately 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.