Public's help sought identifying drivers of 3 vehicles possibly involved in deadly Long Beach shooting
LONG BEACH, Calif. - Long Beach police Friday sought the public’s help identifying the drivers of three vehicles that authorities believe were involved in a deadly Halloween party shooting last year. The investigation remains active.
Long Beach resident Maurice Poe Jr., 25, Melvin Williams II, 35, of Gardena, and Richard Torres, 28, of Inglewood lost their lives in the shooting that occurred at a home in the 2700 block of 7th Street on October 29, 2019, authorities said.
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Nine others were also injured with various gunshot wounds.
Long Beach detectives have been following up on leads for months and on Friday, the department released footage of three vehicles they determined were connected to the suspects. The department said they believe the suspects traveled from North Long Beach before driving to the party.
The vehicles are described as follows:
• Vehicle #1: White, Toyota 4Runner with grey trim, late 1990s.
Vehicle #2: Silver, Chrysler PT Cruiser, early 2000’s.
Vehicle #3: White, Toyota Rav4, late 1990-2000’s.
Based on what was heard at the scene and through the investigation, authorities believe the suspects are involved in a gang.
A $40,000 reward has been offered for information that will lead to the arrest and conviction of the person or people involved in the murder.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Long Beach Police Department Homicide Detail Detectives Mark Mattia or Donald Collier at 562-570-7244.
Those who wish to remain anonymous can report to Crime Stoppers online.
The investigation is ongoing.