Robbers steal retirement watch from 88-year-old former lifeguard chief
Richard Miller is a beloved figure in Long Beach’s aquatic community. Since the robbery, there’s been an outpouring of support from people who want to buy him a new watch.
Police presence to increase near businesses following Belmont Shore robbery
The announcement comes after a business at 5011 E. 2nd Street was robbed on Saturday afternoon at around 4:56 p.m., Long Beach Police Department spokesman Brandon Fahey said in an email.
2 women injured during robbery at CSULB, police say
Police say a man used force to steal groceries from two women on campus, injuring them in the process.
3 men indicted on charges they robbed 6 cellphone stores on the same day
Two of the suspects allegedly used hammers to smash display cases so they could steal phones and other electronics while shocked employees and customers stood by.
2 convenience stores robbed at gunpoint overnight, police say
Long Beach police are investigating a pair of convenience store robberies, including one that could be connected to a string of other robberies in nearby cities.
Sheriffs arrest 2 in connection to Del Amo Plaza smash-and-grab robbery
According to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, cash and jewelry were taken.
Police arrest suspects who may have swarmed Lakewood Home Depot to steal tools
A group of people entered the store Friday, walked directly to the tool aisle and stole various sledgehammers, crowbars and hammers, authorities said.
Long Beach police ask for help in identifying 2 women suspects in local wallet robbery and assault
The woman held onto her purse as the robbers—police identified as two women— “battered” her, police said, before taking her wallet and fleeing on foot.
Gunman climbs into car, pistol-whips victim during robbery, Long Beach police say
Police said the robber got in the car and attacked after the victim refused to hand over his wallet and cellphone.
Robber knocks victim unconscious near MacArthur Park, police said
Long Beach police are investigating a robbery near MacArthur Park Friday evening where a man was knocked unconscious but was not seriously injured police said.