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Gunfire Erupts by State Farm Stadium, Rattling Glendale Hot Spot

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Published on April 23, 2026
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Glendale police are investigating a shooting reported Thursday near State Farm Stadium, in the busy area around 91st Avenue and Cardinals Way not far from the Westgate entertainment district.

According to FOX 10 Phoenix, officers were called to the scene and investigators were on site. The station's video report identified the intersection near the stadium and noted that details were limited as authorities processed the area.

Stadium area and crowding

State Farm Stadium, located at 1 Cardinals Drive, is one of the Valley's largest event venues and regularly hosts NFL games and concerts, according to State Farm Stadium.

The nearby Westgate Entertainment District includes restaurants, bars and hotels that serve stadium crowds and can bring heavy foot and vehicle traffic to 91st Avenue and Cardinals Way on event nights.

How to report what you saw

Anyone with information, video or photos is asked to contact the Glendale Police Department. The department lists its non-emergency line at 623-930-3000 and asks people to call 911 in an emergency, per the city's police page. This story will be updated as officials release additional information.