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18-year-old shot, killed near 27th Avenue and Van Buren Street

The shooting occurred early Tuesday morning
27th Avenue Melvin Van Buren shooting
Posted at 4:39 AM, Feb 21, 2023
and last updated 2023-02-22 12:03:40-05

PHOENIX — Phoenix police say an 18-year-old man is dead after a shooting near 27th Avenue and Van Buren Street early Tuesday morning.

The incident reportedly occurred around 1 a.m.

Officials say the victim, Jesus Alexander Reyes-Morales, was inside a home with a woman.

According to police, the woman's former boyfriend arrived at the home and shot Reyes-Morales.

The suspect, 29-year-old Jose Herrera, then left the home before police arrived.

Police later located Herrera and arrested him.

Police say Herrera was booked into jail for multiple offenses including murder.