Three women were shot and injured in front of a liquor store on Pacific Coast Highway near Pine Avenue in Long Beach, California, on the night of Sunday, August 9, 2026. Police reports indicate the incident occurred at approximately 11:23 p.m., prompting an immediate response from the Long Beach Police Department.
According to the department, the three victims were female and sustained injuries that were not considered life‑threatening. Two of the women received medical attention for non‑life‑threatening wounds, while the condition of the third victim has not been disclosed beyond confirmation of injury. All three women were treated at a local medical facility following the shooting.
Long Beach police officers arrived at the scene shortly after the reported time and secured the area. Investigators have opened a case and are actively gathering evidence, including witness statements and any available video footage, to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. The department has not released information about a suspect or motive at this stage.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have asked anyone with relevant information to come forward, though no public appeals have been issued in the released statements. The incident adds to concerns about public safety in the area, but officials have emphasized that the focus is on resolving the case and providing assistance to the victims. No further incidents have been reported in the immediate vicinity of the liquor store as of the latest police update.
The Long Beach Police Department will continue to update the community as new details become available and will pursue all leads to identify those responsible for the shooting.