A man was injured after a shooting incident in north Phoenix, sparking an extensive police search for the alleged shooter, who remains at large following a protracted but fruitless standoff with law enforcement. According to ABC15, the victim was shot inside his home off Interstate 17 near Cactus Road on Friday afternoon. He was hospitalized with serious injuries, though doctors said his chances of survival appeared promising.
Prompted by initial reports, Phoenix police closed roads near 30th Avenue and Aster Drive, believing the suspect was barricaded in a nearby house, as per ABC15. Negotiation efforts stretched for hours but ultimately revealed the home was empty. The operation temporarily disrupted the community, though authorities later assured residents that the suspect does not pose an immediate threat. Both the suspect’s identity and motive remain unknown, underscoring the ongoing nature of the investigation.
Adding to the narrative, a report by AZFamily detailed how the police surrounded the residence where the suspect was believed to be barricaded. The unfolding “standoff” saw SWAT teams clear the home around 7:45 p.m., concluding the search within the house without locating any suspects…