Phoenix authorities have launched a homicide investigation following an early morning shooting near 23rd Street and Fillmore Street. Phoenix Police and Fire crews were alerted to the scene around 3:00 AM in response to a report of gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, officers found an unresponsive individual with apparent gunshot wounds lying in the street outside a residence. Shortly after, Phoenix Fire personnel arrived and confirmed that the individual was deceased.
As of now, the identity of the victim remains unknown. A crime scene perimeter has been established, and detectives are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Phoenix Police have confirmed that this incident is being handled as a homicide case, with several detectives currently working on gathering evidence and seeking information from any potential witnesses.