Long Beach, CA - Man Shot on Atlantic Avenue in Long Beach

Long Beach, CA (April 19, 2026) - A man sustained gunshot wounds in a shooting on Atlantic Avenue in Long Beach on the evening of April 19, 2026.

According to the Long Beach Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 5300 block of Atlantic Avenue at approximately 7:50 p.m. regarding a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a male adult victim who had sustained non-life-threatening gunshot wounds to his lower body. Officers rendered medical aid at the scene until relieved by Long Beach Fire Department personnel, who transported the victim to a local hospital.

The suspect fled the area before officers arrived. The suspect's identity, the circumstances surrounding the shooting, and the motive remain under investigation. No arrests have been announced at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Long Beach Police Department.

Legal Rights of Shooting Victims in California

Sustaining gunshot injuries, even non-life-threatening ones, can result in significant medical expenses, lost income, and lasting physical and emotional harm. In California, shooting victims may have civil legal options entirely separate from any criminal investigation.

Depending on the circumstances that develop, potential areas of civil liability may include:

• Claims against the shooter for assault, battery, and all resulting damages
• Premises liability if a property owner failed to maintain safe conditions or address foreseeable risks at or near the location where the shooting occurred
• Claims for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages arising from the injuries sustained

What Shooting Victims Should Know

A civil case can move forward in California independently of a criminal investigation. An arrest or conviction is not a prerequisite to pursuing compensation. Civil rights claims are generally subject to a two-year statute of limitations from the date of the injury (California Code of Civil Procedure § 335.1). Early legal consultation can help preserve evidence and protect your rights within that window.

If you were injured in a shooting, consider taking the following steps:

• Seek and document all medical treatment, including emergency care and any follow-up visits
• Preserve any available evidence, photographs, or witness contact information
• Avoid providing recorded statements to any insurance representative before consulting with an attorney
• Contact a civil rights attorney promptly to understand your rights under California law

Contact Our Long Beach Civil Rights Attorney

The Law Offices of Christian Contreras represents shooting victims and their families throughout Long Beach and Los Angeles County. Our team handles civil rights cases on a contingency fee basis — no upfront costs, no hourly fees.

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