MURDER INVESTIGATION - 600 BLOCK OF EAST SOUTH STREET

Homicide detectives are investigating the fatal shooting of a 43-year-old man which occurred on August 18, 2024 in the 600 block of East South Street.

On August 18, 2024 at approximately 6:58 a.m., officers responded to the 600 block of East South Street, to assist the Long Beach Fire Department with a person who was unresponsive and not breathing.

Upon arrival, officers located a male adult victim with gunshot wounds to his upper body. Long Beach Fire Department personnel determined the victim deceased at the scene.

Homicide detectives responded to the scene. The motive for the shooting and circumstances of the incident are still under investigation.

The victim has been identified as Ali Jabbaar Phannix, a 43-year-old male who is experiencing homelessness.

Detectives believe there were witnesses in the area and are encouraging them to come forward.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact Homicide Detectives Michael Hubbard or Jesus Espinoza at (562) 570-7244. Anonymous tips may be submitted through "LA Crime Stoppers" by calling 800-222-TIPS (8477), downloading the "P3 Tips" app to your smartphone (available at the Apple app store or Google Play), or by visiting www.lacrimestoppers.org.