Long Beach Man Arrested After Fatal Roommate Stabbing

A 34-year-old man named Alejandro Iniestra was arrested in Long Beach on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after stabbing two of his roommates on the morning of October 4, 2025. One victim died at the scene from stab wounds to the upper body, while the other was hospitalized in stable condition. Police responded to a call for assistance from the Long Beach Fire Department at the 1300 block of Temple Avenue, where they found the victims and safely took Iniestra into custody without incident. Authorities have set Iniestra's bail at $2 million and are still investigating the motive behind the attack. The identity of the deceased victim is being withheld pending next of kin notification. Police have urged anyone with information to contact Long Beach homicide detectives or submit anonymous tips through LA Crime Stoppers.