Earlier today, a fatal shooting occurred near Scottsdale and McKellips roads in Tempe, prompting a police investigation into the incident. Tempe police were dispatched to the area at approximately 12:30 a.m., following reports of gunfire, according to ABC15. On arrival, they discovered a victim lying in the roadway who, despite attempts at life-saving measures, succumbed to their injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
As detectives work to piece together the circumstances surrounding the shooting, the intersection has been closed off, severely impacting early morning traffic. Commuters have been advised to actively seek alternative routes as the ongoing investigation has necessitated the area's closure until potentially 9 a.m. 12News reported that police are still gathering details and have yet to release the identity of the victim.
While the investigation unfolds, the authorities are reaching out for potential witnesses who might shed light on the shooting. The public has been urged to come forward with any information that could assist in the inquiry. In the meantime, the victim remains unidentified. The police have not released further details but are expected to provide an update as the investigation progresses.
