On August 19, 2008, Robert Lett, an 18-year-old resident of Long Beach, California, was shot and killed near the intersection of 9th Street and Locust Avenue. The incident occurred late in the evening, and Lett was found with gunshot wounds when officers arrived at the scene. Despite a thorough investigation by the Long Beach Police Department, there were no immediate suspects or clear motives identified. Witnesses were encouraged to come forward with any information, but no definitive leads have emerged that could help solve the case.
The Long Beach Police Department has faced challenges in identifying the shooter, and as part of their ongoing efforts, they have made appeals to the public to provide any details that could be helpful. A reward for information leading to an arrest was announced, and authorities continue to seek community assistance in resolving this tragic case. Lett’s homicide remains part of a series of violent incidents that have occurred in Long Beach, and his death highlights the broader struggles with gang violence and random shootings that have impacted the city in recent years.
