Authorities in Maricopa County are on the hunt for a man after a domestic shooting incident in the West Valley area. The suspect is accused of gunning down his mother and brother late Monday night. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office reported the event occurred near 335th Avenue and Broadway Road around 11 p.m.
Despite being shot, the injuries sustained by the man's family members are said to be minor, with both victims having been transported to the hospital. The shooter, however, fled the scene before the police arrived. As of now, the Sheriff's Office has not made the suspect's identity public.
The search continues, with no additional details on the suspect's whereabouts. The neighborhood in Tonopah remains on edge as the investigation unfolds. 12News is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as new information becomes available.
A parallel report from AZ Family confirms that deputies arrived at the scene after 10:30 p.m. They discovered upon arrival that a man had shot two family members before absconding. The victims receive medical attention as the Sheriff's Office presses on with their manhunt.
Residents with any information about the incident or the suspect are encouraged to come forward and contact local authorities. Anyone with photos or videos relating to this breaking news story is also urged to submit them.
