(562) 570-5273
LBPDPIO@longbeach.gov
Homicide detectives are investigating the undetermined death of a male adult.
On May 5, 2025, at approximately 7:40 a.m., officers responded to the 200 block of West Wardlow Road regarding a male adult subject with a stab wound.
Upon arrival, officers rendered medical aid until being relieved by Long Beach Fire Department personnel, who later determined the victim deceased at the scene.
Homicide detectives responded to the scene and are conducting the investigation. The cause of death will be determined by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
The identity of the victim is being withheld pending notification of the next of kin by the Los Angeles County Department of the Medical Examiner. The motive and circumstances of the incident are under investigation.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact Homicide Detectives Michael Hubbard and Lisette at (562) 570-7244. Anonymous tips may be submitted through "LA Crime Stoppers" by calling 800-222-TIPS (8477), downloading the "P3 Tips" app to your smartphone (available at the Apple app store or Google Play), or by visiting www.lacrimestoppers.org.