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Man Killed in Phoenix Shooting, Suspect in Custody

The arrest follows a Friday night shooting that left one man dead, with investigators seeking motive and more details.

Overview

  • Officers who responded around 9:30 p.m. Friday found an adult man dead on the 3900 block of West Grand Avenue near 39th and Grand.
  • Detectives concluded the shooter fled the scene and later tracked a suspect to a separate location where officers took him into custody.
  • Phoenix police have released few specifics about the victim, suspect, weapon or motive and have asked the public to avoid the area while investigators work.
  • Local outlets report that the victim and suspect have not been publicly identified and that homicide detectives remain on scene gathering evidence.
  • Authorities say more information will be provided as the investigation continues, and neighbors can expect forensic work, witness interviews and further police updates.