Long Beach, CA - Man Shot on Long Beach Boulevard in Early Morning Shooting

Long Beach, CA (April 26, 2026) - A man sustained a gunshot wound in a shooting on Long Beach Boulevard in the early morning hours of April 26, 2026.

According to the Long Beach Police Department, officers were dispatched to a local hospital at approximately 1:30 a.m. after receiving notification of a gunshot victim. Upon arrival, officers made contact with a male adult victim who had sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to his upper body. Through the preliminary investigation, officers determined the shooting had occurred in the 4800 block of Long Beach Boulevard. Officers responded to that location and confirmed the presence of a crime scene.

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.

What Shooting Victims Should Know

In California, a civil claim can proceed independently of a criminal case. An arrest or conviction is not required to pursue compensation for injuries. 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). Seeking legal guidance early helps preserve critical evidence and protects 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 and any follow-up care
• 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 as soon as possible to understand your rights under California law

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