Long Beach Officer Stabbed Multiple Times by Suspect

Homeland Security air marshals witnessed the attack and rushed to the officer's aid.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 7:49pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a police badge or handcuffs, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.A violent confrontation between a police officer and a knife-wielding suspect exposes the dangers faced by law enforcement on the streets.Long Beach Today

A Long Beach police officer was stabbed multiple times by a knife-wielding suspect on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred around 2:45 p.m. on West Broadway after officers responded to an unspecified call. The suspect, identified as 44-year-old Arturo Fernando of Torrance, was arrested at the scene and booked for attempted murder. The injured officer was rushed to the hospital and has since been released.

Why it matters

Attacks on law enforcement officers are a serious concern, as they put public safety at risk and undermine community trust in police. This incident highlights the dangers officers face in the line of duty and the importance of having backup and support systems in place to respond to violent confrontations.

The details

According to the Long Beach Police Department, a 'use of force occurred' during the encounter with the suspect, at which point the suspect produced a knife and stabbed the officer multiple times. Four uniformed Department of Homeland Security air marshals who were in the area witnessed the incident and rushed to the officer's aid. The injured officer was transported to the hospital and has since been released.

  • The incident happened around 2:45 p.m. on Friday, April 18, 2026.

The players

Arturo Fernando

A 44-year-old resident of Torrance who was arrested and booked for attempted murder in connection with the stabbing.

Long Beach Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the call and whose officer was stabbed during the encounter with the suspect.

Department of Homeland Security

The federal agency whose air marshals witnessed the incident and rushed to the officer's aid.

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What’s next

The suspect, Arturo Fernando, is being held on $1,000,000 bail and will face attempted murder charges. The Long Beach Police Department is expected to provide further updates on the officer's condition and the ongoing investigation.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the risks and dangers that law enforcement officers face in the line of duty, and the importance of having robust support systems and backup resources to respond to violent confrontations. It also highlights the need for continued efforts to build trust and cooperation between police and the communities they serve.