On November 13, 2024, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Long Beach police officers responded to a call from the Long Beach Fire Department regarding a man found unresponsive inside a parked vehicle in the 2200 block of Spaulding Street, near Dawson Avenue. Upon arrival, authorities discovered 32-year-old Torrance resident Shane Perry Camu with a gunshot wound to his upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner later identified the cause of death as a gunshot wound to the neck, ruling the manner of death as homicide. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, and as of the latest reports, no suspects have been identified or arrested in connection with Camu's death. The Long Beach Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and has urged anyone with information to contact homicide detectives Michael Hutchinson and Lisette Temblador at 562-570-7244. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 800-222-8477 or via their website at LACrimeStoppers.org.
Public records indicate that Camu had a criminal history in Southern California spanning at least a decade, with arrests for offenses including kidnapping, receiving stolen property, assault with a firearm, and possession of controlled substances. Despite this background, the investigation has not yet determined whether his past activities are connected to his fatal shooting. Authorities continue to seek leads and have not disclosed any further details about potential suspects or motives.
Community members have expressed concern over the incident, highlighting ongoing issues of gun violence in the area. Vigils and memorials have been held to honor Camu's life, with 90 candles lit in his memory on the National Gun Violence Memorial website. Residents are hopeful that increased community engagement and cooperation with law enforcement will aid in bringing those responsible to justice and help prevent future tragedies.
