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1 dead, another injured in Friday night shooting in Phoenix

Feb 20, 2021, 10:15 AM | Updated: 7:09 pm

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PHOENIX — One man is dead and another is in serious condition after a shooting in Phoenix on Friday night, according to authorities.

A 32-year-old man identified as Walter L. Wood died after being found by police with gunshot injuries.

Police attempted to administer first aid to the victim after responding to calls of a fight near the intersection of 16th Street and Southern Avenue at around 10:15 p.m.

Another victim, identified as a 34-year-old man, was taken to the hospital by a friend, according to police.

Despite serious injuries, he is expected to survive.

According to police, the suspects in the shooting fled the scene.

Police said an investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Phoenix police at 602-262-6141 or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (948-6377) or 480-TESTIGO (837-8446) for Spanish.

No additional information was available at this time.

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1 dead, another injured in Friday night shooting in Phoenix