1 teen dead, another hospitalized after shooting at Desert Sky Mall in Phoenix; no arrests made

One teenager died and another was hospitalized after a shooting at Desert Sky Mall in west Phoenix on Tuesday night, authorities said.

The suspect remains at large, the Phoenix Police Department said Wednesday.

Officers responded to the mall at 75th Avenue and Thomas Road about 8:20 p.m. and found two gunshot victims, including a 17-year-old boy with serious injuries.

Both patients were taken to a hospital, where the 17-year-old later died. The other victim, a 16-year-old boy, sustained injuries that aren’t considered life-threatening.

Desert Sky Mall evacuated after shooting

Stores were closed or locked down during the police response, and the area was evacuated.

Officers questioned multiple people as they cleared the scene but did not find a suspect.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (948-6377) or 480-TESTIGO (837-8446) for Spanish. Callers can remain anonymous, and tips that lead to an arrest could be eligible for a cash reward.

This is an updated version of a story originally published June 2, 2026.

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