> At a Glance
> – A Long Beach Poly High School student was shot near campus at 8:30 a.m. Thursday
> – The incident happened at Long Beach Boulevard and 17th Street, just west of the school
> – The student arrived at school for help and was later transported to a hospital
> – Why it matters: The shooting raises safety concerns despite occurring off campus, with no arrests reported yet
A student from Long Beach Poly High School was hospitalized Thursday morning after being shot near the campus, prompting increased security measures as police search for suspects.
Location and Timeline
The shooting was reported around 8:30 a.m. near Long Beach Boulevard and 17th Street, located just west of the school grounds.
While the incident happened off campus, the injured student managed to reach the school where staff provided initial medical attention.
A Long Beach Unified School District spokesperson confirmed:
> “The incident occurred off campus, and the school remains safe. LBUSD School Safety is maintaining an increased presence on campus as a precaution.”
Current Status
- The student was transported to a hospital
- Condition details have not been released
- No arrests have been reported as of Thursday morning
- School safety officers have boosted their presence on campus
Key Takeaways
- Shooting happened off campus but involved a Poly High student
- School officials emphasize campus remains secure
- Investigation ongoing with no suspects in custody
- District expresses support for student and family during recovery
The incident remains under investigation as authorities work to determine what led to the early morning shooting.
