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Investigation ongoing after deadly afternoon shooting in Phoenix

Nov 28, 2024, 7:45 AM

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Police are investigating a deadly afternoon shooting in Phoenix. (Facebook File Photo/Phoenix Police Department)

(Facebook File Photo/Phoenix Police Department)

PHOENIX — An investigation is ongoing after a deadly afternoon shooting in Phoenix on Wednesday, authorities said.

Officers responded to a call about a fight and possible shooting near 21st Avenue and Thunderbird Road around 3 p.m., according to the Phoenix Police Department.

They found two men at the scene, one with a gunshot wound.

The shooting victim, whose name was not released, was pronounced dead after being taken to a hospital.

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The other man was detained and interviewed. He was then released pending further investigation.

Police said the case will be submitted to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office to make a charging decision when the investigation is complete.

No other details were made available.

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Investigation ongoing after deadly afternoon shooting in Phoenix