Long Beach, California — Police are investigating a violent double stabbing that left one person dead and another seriously injured late Saturday night, shaking residents in one of the city’s typically quiet neighborhoods. Authorities say the incident unfolded shortly before midnight, prompting a massive emergency response and sparking concern throughout the community.
According to the Long Beach Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 700 block of East Anaheim Street after multiple 911 calls reported a stabbing in progress. When officers arrived, they found two victims suffering from stab wounds—one lying unresponsive on the ground and another bleeding heavily nearby. Paramedics quickly rendered aid at the scene before transporting the injured victim to a local hospital.
Despite life-saving efforts by emergency personnel, one of the victims was pronounced dead at the scene. The second victim remains hospitalized with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, according to police. The identity of the deceased has not been released pending notification of family members.
Detectives believe the attack may have stemmed from a confrontation that escalated into violence. Preliminary reports suggest that an argument broke out among a small group of individuals outside a commercial property before weapons were drawn. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with bystanders attempting to intervene as the altercation turned deadly.
Authorities cordoned off the area for several hours as crime scene investigators collected evidence, including a knife believed to have been used in the attack. Police also canvassed the neighborhood, interviewing witnesses and reviewing security footage from nearby businesses in hopes of identifying the suspect or suspects responsible.
Residents in the area expressed shock and fear following the incident, saying violent crimes of this nature are rare in their community. “We heard people screaming and saw flashing lights everywhere,” one local shop owner said. “It’s heartbreaking to know that someone lost their life right outside our doors.”
The Long Beach Police Department has urged anyone with information about the stabbing to come forward. Detectives are particularly interested in speaking with individuals who may have been in the vicinity around the time of the attack or who might have captured relevant footage on surveillance cameras or mobile devices.
City officials have also addressed the incident, reaffirming their commitment to public safety and emphasizing that detectives are working tirelessly to bring justice to the victims. Additional patrols have been deployed in the area to reassure residents and prevent further violence while the investigation continues.
Community leaders are calling for unity and vigilance, encouraging neighbors to look out for one another and report any suspicious behavior. Vigils and community gatherings are being discussed to honor the life lost and to support the surviving victim’s recovery.
