Landis Lim, a 17-year-old from Long Beach, California, tragically lost his life on February 28, 2019, in a drive-by shooting. The incident occurred in the Cambodia Town neighborhood of Long Beach, where Landis was spending time in a garage near Lewis Avenue and 11th Street, playing video games with a friend. Around 5:15 p.m., a light-colored four-door sedan drove into the alley behind the garage, and someone inside the vehicle opened fire.
Landis was struck in the upper torso and was later pronounced dead at the hospital. A 34-year-old woman who was also in the garage was hit in the leg but survived her injuries.
Landis was described by his mother, Gelinda Keo, as an innocent and loving boy who enjoyed skateboarding and playing Xbox. He had no involvement with gangs, and his family believes that the shooters may have been targeting a relative he was with that day. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, and the suspects are still at large. The Long Beach Police Department has been investigating the case, but no arrests have been made so far. Detectives have urged anyone with information to come forward, and Crime Stoppers has offered anonymity to those who wish to provide tips.
The community has been deeply affected by Landis's death, with friends and family mourning the loss of a young life full of potential. Landis was involved in job-training classes and did some modeling for a skate apparel brand. His family, who had recently moved to North Long Beach from the San Gabriel area, held a seven-day wake to honor his memory. They have also been active on social media, sharing photos and memories of Landis and calling for justice. Despite the ongoing investigation, the case remains unsolved, leaving the family and community seeking answers and closure.
