Sandra Coleman, 56, was killed in a shooting in Long Beach, California on November 17, 2018. The incident unfolded around 5:45 p.m. in the 1300 block of East 17th Street. Officers responding to a shots-fired call found a vehicle stopped in the middle of the street; Coleman, the driver, and front passenger Don Sims had both sustained gunshot wounds to their upper torsos. Long Beach Fire Department personnel pronounced Coleman dead at the scene; Sims was taken to a hospital and later pronounced dead.

Investigators described the shooting as likely gang-related, but the exact motive remains unclear. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots and some said three suspects were involved — two men and a woman — with one man allegedly seen chasing the victims’ car while firing. Police have not confirmed those details, have not released suspect information, and no arrests have been announced. The community expressed shock and concern given other violence in the area.

Anyone who witnessed the shooting or has information that could help the investigation is urged to contact the Long Beach Police Department.