Egary Baide, a 25-year-old resident of Long Beach, California, tragically lost his life on January 22, 2021. According to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner's records, Baide was shot near 429 E. 14th Street in Long Beach. The incident occurred in the afternoon, around 2:40 p.m., when officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of Elm Avenue following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found Baide lying in an alley, suffering from a gunshot wound to his upper torso.
Despite the efforts of the Long Beach Fire Department personnel, Baide was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Long Beach Police Department immediately launched an investigation into the shooting. Preliminary findings indicated that Baide was in the alley when the shooting took place, but the motive behind the attack remained unclear. Detectives canvassed the area for additional evidence and witnesses, urging anyone with information to come forward. The investigation was led by LBPD Homicide Detectives Oscar Valenzuela and Eric Thai, who sought to piece together the events leading up to Baide's death.
As of the latest updates, no arrests have been made in connection with Egary Baide's murder. The shooter remains at large, and the case is still open, with detectives continuing their efforts to gather more information. The community was encouraged to provide anonymous tips through "LA Crime Stoppers" to aid in the investigation. The lack of a clear motive and the absence of immediate suspects have made the case particularly challenging for law enforcement.
The tragic death of Egary Baide has left a void in the Long Beach community, with friends and family mourning the loss of a young life cut short. The ongoing investigation highlights the complexities and difficulties often faced in solving such violent crimes. The Long Beach Police Department remains committed to finding justice for Baide and his loved ones, hoping that new leads will eventually emerge to bring the perpetrator to justice.
