Scottsdale police are investigating a shooting Thursday morning at the department's McKellips District station near the intersection of McKellips and Miller roads, close to the Scottsdale–Tempe line. Officers and investigators remained on scene as a public information officer headed to the area, and authorities set up a nearby media staging zone while they worked to secure the station and sort out what happened.
PIO is enroute. Media staging area will be 1810 N Miller Rd, Tempe, near the grass area.
— Scottsdale Police Department (@ScottsdalePD) April 30, 2026
What officials are saying
In a post from Scottsdale Police, the department stated, “PIO is enroute. Media staging area will be 1810 N Miller Rd, Tempe, near the grass area.” AZFamily reported that police said there are no outstanding suspects and that there is no threat to the community, though people were still being urged to steer clear of the immediate area.
Where this happened
The McKellips District station is listed at 7601 E. McKellips Road, according to the City of Scottsdale's website. The station sits near the Scottsdale–Tempe border along a busy stretch of McKellips Road, putting the investigation scene close to commercial corridors that link the two cities.
Media staging and public safety
Per the department's instructions, media were directed to gather on the grass at 1810 N Miller Rd in Tempe while the PIO made their way to the scene. Reporters and members of the public were asked to stay out of the active investigation zone. Officials said more information will be released once details are confirmed and the area is fully cleared.
What happens next
The shooting remains under active investigation. This story will be updated as the Scottsdale Police Department and local news outlets release additional verified details.
