Alan Fernando Flores dies in fatal South Phoenix shooting
Alan Fernando Flores dies in fatal South Phoenix shooting
Fatal South Phoenix shooting death of Alan Fernando Flores
South Phoenix authorities confirmed a man has died following a shooting incident Saturday afternoon. The shooting occurred near Central Avenue and Broadway Road.
Phoenix Police identified the deceased as 29-year-old Alan Fernando Flores. Emergency responders arrived at the scene and found the victim, transporting him to a hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. The victim was pronounced dead at the medical facility.
Police have arrested 26-year-old Cristian Leonel Valdez Serna in connection with the fatal shooting. The suspect was apprehended near the location of the incident.
Investigators are continuing to process the crime scene and gather additional information regarding the tragic event. No further details about the circumstances surrounding Mr. Flores’ death were immediately available to the public.
The Phoenix Police Department is urging anyone with potential information about the incident to contact their homicide unit. This unfortunate event represents another tragic loss in the South Phoenix community. Law enforcement officials characterized the incident as a targeted shooting. The suspect is currently being held pending further legal proceedings. This remains an active criminal investigation. The community is encouraged to cooperate with the ongoing police inquiries. The motive behind this shooting appears to be under investigation by detectives.
Officials have not yet released any additional information regarding the ongoing case. The incident occurred just before 4:30 p.m. on this Saturday afternoon. Mr. Flores was identified as a resident of the Guadalupe area. The suspect, identified as Mr. Valdez Serna, was detained shortly after the shooting. This tragic incident marks the latest in a series of violent events in the South Phoenix region. The Phoenix Metropolitan Police Department responded to the scene and secured the area for processing. This case is being treated as a targeted homicide investigation. The incident occurred in a residential neighborhood. Detectives are examining potential witnesses and evidence collection. The victim is known to have been involved in a brief physical altercation before the shooting began. The suspect reportedly opened fire from a vehicle. This tragic event has left the community reeling from another loss. The suspect was transported to a holding facility. The motive behind this shooting remains unknown at this time.