An 8-year-old boy was struck and killed by a driver in Long Beach.
On May 16, Long Beach police responded to a crash near Paramount Boulevard and 56th Street around 4:40 p.m.
A preliminary investigation revealed that a male driver in a Honda Civic was traveling southbound on Paramount Boulevard when the child ran into the street and was hit by the car.
Paramedics rushed the child to the hospital where he died from his injuries.
The driver, identified only as a 27-year-old Paramount resident, remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation.
Authorities said it’s unclear why the child ran into the busy road, but they said that neither speed, distracted driving, nor driving under the influence is believed to be a factor in the crash.
An 8-year-old boy was struck and killed by a driver near Paramount Boulevard and 56th Street in Long Beach on May 16, 2026. (Google Maps)
It’s unclear whether the boy’s family was present during the collision, but police told the Long Beach Press-Telegram that the family lived near the crash scene.
“Our hearts are with this young child’s family, and everyone affected by this terrible traffic collision,” said Long Beach Police Chief Wally Hebeish. “This is a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly unexpected tragedies can occur and is a solemn reminder of the importance of doing all we can to ensure everyone’s safety on our roadways.”
Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to call LBPD Detective D. Dougherty at 562-570-7355.
Anonymous tips can be provided to L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at lacrimestoppers.org.
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