Long Beach Police Department

Detectives have made an arrest in connection with recent commercial robberies and burglaries in the North Division area. 

During the recent robberies, the suspect jumped the counter, simulated having a firearm, and would either order or physically force the victim to open the register. The suspect would then take the cash before fleeing the scene.  

Robbery detectives conducted a detailed investigation that included meeting with business owners and victims, reviewing surveillance footage, and canvassing for additional evidence related to the robberies, ultimately leading to identifying suspect Tyler Isaac Cooper, a 23-year-old resident of Long Beach.  

On Sept. 10, 2024, detectives recognized Cooper near the 5900 block of Atlantic Avenue while they were conducting a follow-up investigation related to a robbery that took place the day before. He was detained and arrested by North Division officers, and subsequently transported to Long Beach City Jail where he was booked for eight counts of robbery, one count of kidnapping, one count of grand theft property and one count of petty theft. Bail was set at $510,000. 

“Crime is not tolerated in our city, and we will do all we can to hold individuals accountable for disrupting the safety of our community,” said Chief of Police Wally Hebeish. “I want to thank our personnel for their commitment and persistence throughout this investigation.”  

Cooper is believed to be responsible for robbery incidents at the following businesses: 

Following the arrest, search warrants were served in the city of Long Beach, and detectives seized evidence connected to the robberies.  

During their investigation, detectives and crime analysts from the Detective Division and Robbery Detail collaborated with North Division crime analysts, and determined Cooper as a suspect responsible for the following commercial burglaries: 

These cases have been presented to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for filing consideration. 

Anyone with information regarding these recent robberies is asked to contact the Robbery Detail at 562.570.7464. Anonymous tips may be submitted through “LA Crime Stoppers” by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), downloading the “P3 TIPS” app to your smartphone (available at the Apple App store and Google Play), or visiting www.LACrimeStoppers.org.