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Phoenix police investigating homicide near 75th Avenue and Indian School Road

Posted at 9:19 AM, Dec 29, 2019
and last updated 2019-12-29 11:19:40-05

PHOENIX — Phoenix Police are actively investigating a homicide after a 33-year-old man was shot and killed near 75th Avenue and Indian School Road Saturday evening.

According to Phoenix police, they were called to the area around 6 p.m. for reports of a gunshot being heard and a person lying in the street.

First responders found the 33-year-old man, who is not being identified at this time, in the street. He was transported to an area hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

Phoenix police say there is evidence of "illegal drug activity" related to this homicide.

At this time, there is no description available regarding a suspect or suspects.

Police are asking anyone with information regarding this homicide to call the Phoenix Police Department or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS for those who wish to remain anonymous.

This is a developing story. Stay with ABC15 for updates.