A man was found shot near Roosevelt Street and 19th Avenue early Sunday in central Phoenix and was rushed to a hospital in critical condition, triggering a large emergency response in the downtown corridor as detectives worked to figure out what unfolded.
Around 7:30 a.m., first responders were called to a report of an injured person in the area of Roosevelt Street and 19th Avenue, according to AZFamily. Firefighters arrived to find a man who had been shot and took him to a nearby hospital, where he remained in critical condition. Investigators are still trying to determine what led up to the shooting, and officials have not said whether any arrests have been made.
Police Investigation And Tip Line
As AZFamily reported, police say the victim is "fighting for his life." Detectives are asking anyone who knows what happened to come forward. People with information can contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (480-948-6377) or 480-TESTIGO for Spanish speakers, according to Silent Witness. Tipsters can stay anonymous and may qualify for a reward.
Roosevelt Row Safety Concerns
The shooting adds to a run of recent violence in this part of downtown, where business owners and event organizers tied to First Friday and other Roosevelt Row activities have already been voicing safety concerns. Police and local outlets have documented earlier incidents, including a deadly shooting in January reported by FOX 10 Phoenix and a Phoenix Police media advisory describing a November 26, 2025, shooting near 19th Avenue and Roosevelt Street. Those cases have helped drive calls for more security at public events in the area.
How To Help Investigators
Anyone with video, photos, or details about Sunday’s shooting is urged to contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or reach Phoenix Police via the non-emergency line at 602-262-6151; call 911 in an emergency. The Silent Witness website outlines how to submit tips anonymously and lists the phone numbers for Spanish-language reporting. City of Phoenix resources also direct residents to the non-emergency Crime Stop line for reporting incidents after they occur.
