3-Year-Old Dies After Vehicle Strike in Long Beach

A 3-year-old boy tragically died after being struck by a vehicle in Long Beach near Artesia Boulevard and Rose Avenue. The incident occurred around 6:27 p.m. when the boy ran into the street and was hit by a westbound driver, who stayed at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Despite immediate CPR efforts by police and emergency responders and subsequent hospital care, the child succumbed to his injuries. Preliminary investigations indicate that speed, distracted driving, and impairment were not factors in the collision. Detectives are leading the investigation and have urged witnesses or anyone with information to contact Long Beach Police or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers. The community continues to mourn the loss while authorities seek further details to understand the circumstances of the accident.