Long Beach PD (CA)

🚨News Release: Arrest Made in Series of Chain-Snatching Robberies Near the 1500 Block of Martin Luther King Avenue Read more⬇️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨News Release: LBPD Promotes New Commander Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

On April 19, 2026 at-risk missing person Pedro Perez Vital was located safe and unharmed in Long Beach. For more information⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating 89-year-old at-risk missing person Pedro Perez Vital. On April 19, 2026, at approximately 6:00 a.m., in the 600 block of W. Hill Street, it was discovered that Vital had left his residence on foot. He has no cell phone and no other means of tracking. He has medical condition(s) and may become disoriented. Anyone with information is urged to call the LBPD Missing Persons Detail at (562) 570-7246 or LBPD Dispatch at (562) 435-6711. For more information⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

News Release: Attempted Murder of a Police Officer Investigation and Arrest - 200 block of West Broadway To view this news release, click the link below. longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

We're pleased to share our 4th Annual Year in Review and Accountability Report. This report includes notable achievements from 2025 and year-end crime statistics as well as information about our interactive Crime Dashboard, our Real Time Crime Center and drone program, the growth of our Explorer Program, and more. This report also includes our Professional Standards Division Accountability Report, which includes statistical information about complaints investigated by the LBPD Internal Affairs Section. “In 2025, we achieved remarkable progress in areas such as innovation, crime reduction, facility investments, and workforce expansion,” said Chief Wally Hebeish. “This year’s report demonstrates the unwavering dedication and hard work of our personnel and our commitment to enhancing public safety throughout our city.” Some notable 2025 accomplishments are as follows: - Reduction in shootings for the 4th year in a row - Zero officer-involved shootings - Over 187,000 calls for service with an average Priority 1 response time of 5.5 minutes - Over 4,000 felony arrests - Launch of the interactive Crime Dashboard, designed to provide the community with easy access to timely, accurate crime statistics and reporting data citywide. This dashboard enables residents to explore crime in their neighborhoods, reinforcing the LBPD's commitment to transparency and accountability. - The Recruitment Team achieved a historic milestone by recruiting over 100 applicants for Long Beach Police Academy Class 100, the largest academy class in the department's history. - Launch of the Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) and a Drone Pilot Program to enhance the Department’s ability to maintain real-time situational awareness, improve officer response, and aid in de-escalation efforts. Through these efforts, the Department aims to protect both community members and officers while efficiently managing critical incidents. - Our Police Explorers Program grew to 52 participants who supported over 70 community events citywide. To view our 2025 Year in Review and Accountability Report, please visit the link below. online.flippingbook.com/link/580175/

🚨News Release: Suspect Arrested For Sexual Assault Incidents – Additional Victims Sought Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨News Release: Traffic Fatality - Redondo Avenue and Anaheim Street Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨News Release: Officer-Involved Shooting - LA River and 405 Freeway Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

Update 4/11/2026: On April 10, 2026 at-risk missing person Charles Garner III was located safe and unharmed in the City of Compton. Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating 60-year-old at-risk missing person Charles Garner III. Garner was last seen on April 8, 2026, at approximately 8:50 p.m., leaving his residence in the 3500 block of Wise Avenue on foot. He has no cell phone and no other means of tracking. He has medical condition(s) and may become disoriented. Anyone with information is urged to call the LBPD Missing Persons Detail at (562) 570-7246 or LBPD Dispatch at (562) 435-6711. For more information: longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨News Release: Murder Investigation And Arrest- 400 Block Of North Pacific Avenue Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨News Release: LBPD and ABC Cite Four in Underage Drinking Enforcement Operations Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨New Release: Traffic Fatality – 9th Street And Fashion Avenue Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

Through coordinated enforcement efforts, officers made one arrest, cited five subjects for vehicle code violations, and towed five illegal electric motorcycles (e-motos) and one illegal pocket bike related to a group riding recklessly throughout the city of Long Beach. “After learning about this large group, officers from multiple divisions worked together to impact the significant public safety risk these illegal e-bikes/pocket bikes can pose,” said Chief of Police Wally Hebeish. “Traffic safety remains a priority for the Long Beach Police Department, and we are committed to supporting this collaborative work in our city. Anyone who chooses to participate in reckless, illegal driving on our streets should be aware that we will continue to cite, arrest, and seize vehicles of those involved. I want to commend our police officers for once again using available resources to keep us all safe.” Read more in our news release⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨News Release: Traffic Fatality - Del Amo Boulevard and Locust Avenue Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

Through coordinated enforcement efforts, officers made one arrest, cited 11 drivers for vehicle code violations, and towed three vehicles over the weekend in response to multiple street takeover incidents between March 20 and March 23, 2026. “The blatant disregard of vehicle code laws and road safety is unacceptable and can lead to catastrophic traffic collisions,” said Police Chief Wally Hebeish. “As we work together to improve traffic safety, I want to make clear that the Long Beach Police Department will not tolerate illegal motor vehicle exhibitions. We will continue to cite, arrest, and/or seize the vehicles of those who choose to participate in these gatherings and associated crimes.” Read more in the news release here⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨News Release: Traffic Fatality - 4th Street and Ximeno Avenue Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨News Release: *Update* Located At-Risk Missing Person - Se Amaj Washington On March 23, 2026 at-risk missing person Se Amaj Washington was located safe and unharmed in the City of Compton. Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…

🚨News Release: At-Risk Missing Person - Se Amaj Washington The Long Beach Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating 11-year-old at-risk missing person Se Amaj Washington. Washington was last seen on March 22, 2026, at approximately 2:15 p.m., leaving his foster home on his Black and Red BMX bicycle. Read more⤵️ longbeach.gov/police/press-r…