A pre-dawn knock at an apartment door in north central Phoenix ended in gunfire early Thursday, leaving a man in the hospital with life-threatening injuries, police said. Officers were called to the complex around 3:20 a.m., and the victim was rushed to a hospital with serious wounds. He was described as in critical but stable condition while detectives took over the case and the shooter remained on the run.
According to AZFamily, the shooting unfolded at the Allora Phoenix Apartments near 23rd Avenue and Glendale Avenue. Phoenix police told the outlet the man had opened his front door after someone knocked, and an unknown person shot him. Anyone with information is urged to contact Silent Witness at 480‑WITNESS or 480‑TESTIGO.
Where it happened
The incident was reported at the Allora Phoenix Apartments, a multifamily complex listed at 2250 W. Glendale Ave. in north Phoenix. The property’s site, Allora Phoenix Apartments, confirms the complex’s location near 23rd and Glendale avenues.
Investigation and next steps
Detectives with the Phoenix Police Department are investigating but have not released any suspect description or possible motive so far, AZFamily reported. Officers are expected to canvass the area and review surveillance footage as part of the probe. Anyone who witnessed the shooting or has relevant video is asked to contact Silent Witness at 480‑WITNESS or 480‑TESTIGO.
