South Phoenix Shooting Leaves One Teen Dead,Two Injured
A shooting in South Phoenix on october 2nd left one teenage boy dead and two others injured,according to Phoenix Police. The incident occurred around 7:43 p.m. near 37th and the Streets.
This shooting underscores the ongoing issue of gun violence impacting young people in the Phoenix area. Police are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the event, seeking details from the public to determine the events leading up to the shooting and to bring those responsible to justice. The investigation remains ongoing, and details are still emerging.
Officers responding to the scene found two teenage boys suffering from gunshot wounds. Both were transported to a local hospital, where one was pronounced dead. The other teen sustained injuries that were not life-threatening. A third teen later arrived at the hospital with a gunshot wound, also reported as non-life-threatening.
As of this report, the identity of the deceased teen has not been released.
Detectives are currently working to piece together the events that led to the shooting. “Additional details related to this incident remain a part of the ongoing investigation,” police stated.
Anyone with information regarding the shooting is urged to contact Silent witness at 480-WITNESS, or 480-TESTIGO for Spanish speakers.