The man accused of killing one Phoenix police officer and shooting another is also an investigative lead in a separate homicide in the city.
Sources told ABC15 that Saul Bal was tied to an unsolved homicide that happened on January 8, 2023.
The victim, Justin Finch, was found shot to death inside his apartment near 4500 N Black Canyon Highway, according to a media advisory released at the time.
The same address was listed as Bal’s residence at the time of the homicide, records show.
In an emailed statement to ABC15, a Phoenix police spokesperson confirmed that Bal is considered an “investigative lead in the case.”
“Currently, no probable cause exists for any suspect at this time,” according to the statement. “The case does remain open and active. Anyone with information is encouraged to call Phoenix PD or Silent Witness where they can remain anonymous and receive a reward with information that leads to an arrest.”
Bal has been charged with murder for shooting and killing Officer Zane Coolidge.