Suspect claims self-defense after deadly shooting in Phoenix alleyway

PHOENIX – A man was shot and killed during an altercation in an alleyway in Phoenix on Tuesday evening, authorities said.

A man who claimed self-defense was detained and released after the shooting, but he could still face charges later, according to the Phoenix Police Department.

Officers responded to reports of a shooting near 20th Avenue and Bethany Home Road around 10 p.m. and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound.

The victim, who was identified later as 31-year-old Jonte Hendrix, died of his injuries after being taken to a hospital, police said.

What led up to the shooting in the alleyway?

After an initial investigation and talking to witnesses, detectives believe one man threw a rock at the other man and the man shot him as a measure of self-defense.

A decision on whether to file charges will be made after the investigation has been completed.

No other information was made available.

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