In a heartbreaking incident that has shaken the community of Long Beach, California, a 39-year-old man and a 5-year-old child were found dead in an apparent murder-suicide on December 28, 2023. The man has been identified as Chase Powell.
The incident took place in the 3400 block of Adriatic Avenue, where police were called to a barricade situation. According to the Long Beach Police Department, the standoff with Powell ended in the early hours of Friday morning when officers discovered the tragic scene.
Powell, who was reportedly involved in a domestic dispute, is believed to have killed his daughter before taking his own life. The horrifying incident has left the community in shock, grappling with the loss of a young life in such tragic circumstances.
The Homicide Squad is currently investigating the case, trying to piece together the events that led to this devastating outcome. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the grim reality of domestic violence and its potentially fatal consequences.
As the community mourns, our thoughts go out to the family and friends affected by this unimaginable tragedy during this difficult time.
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