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Long Beach 18-year-old killed in gang shooting identified
Jonathan Cordova, 18, killed when he and another teen were shot in an apparent gang shooting in Long Beach was identified today by the coroner's office.
The shooting occurred around 11:30 p.m. near 15th Street and Stanley Avenue, said Dina Zapalski of the Long Beach Police Department.
"When officers arrived they found that a suspect had shot two males, both 18 years old," Zapalski said.
Cordova, suffering from injuries to his upper body, died at the scene, Zapalski said. The other victim was taken to a hospital for treatment of his wounds, and police said he was expected to survive.
"The investigation is ongoing," Zapalski said, adding that the shooting may have been gang-related.
Anyone with information on the shooting was asked to call Long Beach Homicide Detectives Scott Lasch or Donald Godoman at (562) 570-7244.
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