One Dead in Shooting Near Long Beach Grand Prix

A man was fatally shot Saturday evening just steps away from the Long Beach Grand Prix, prompting a swift response from local authorities.

According to the Long Beach Police Department, officers were called to the 0 block of Cedar Walk just across from The Pike Outlets shopping center around 5:50 p.m. They arrived to find a male victim with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. His identity has not yet been released.

The shooting happened while races were still underway, just a block from the Grand Prix track. A witness told police that four men were seen running from the area.

This is not the first time gun violence has disrupted the Grand Prix weekend. A separate shooting occurred near the event two years ago, raising concerns about public safety during the popular racing event.

The investigation is ongoing.