Lionel Gibson

Murdered

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Case Description
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On May 7, 2016, 21-year-old Lionel Gibson was shot and killed by Long Beach police officers in an officer-involved shooting near 21st Street and Locust Avenue. The incident began when a witness called 9-1-1, reporting that Gibson was seen holding what appeared to be an Uzi-style weapon while talking with others on the sidewalk. When officers arrived, they observed what they believed to be a firearm visible in Gibson's waistband and issued multiple verbal commands for him to comply.

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    Victim Details

    Lionel Gibson

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Long Beach

    CA

    2016-05-07

    21

    Lionel

    Gibson

    10/13/2024


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    Forum Posts (3)
    Does anyone know if the Lionel Gibson case is listed in the Namus database? I've been trying to gath... ...Read More
    04/23/2024
    My heart breaks upon hearing the news of the missing victim. I am sending out prayers for their safe... ...Read More
    03/03/2024
    Is there a memorial planned for Lionel? I would like to pay my respects and honor his memory. Thank ... ...Read More
    10/12/2023