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Man killed in shooting near 67th Avenue and McDowell Road

Berkeley
Posted at 7:10 AM, Feb 08, 2023
and last updated 2023-02-08 22:52:39-05

PHOENIX — Police say one person is dead after a shooting in west Phoenix early Wednesday morning.

Phoenix officials say the incident took place near 67th Avenue and McDowell Road just before 5:30 a.m.

Police say 25-year-old Juan Jaquez was found on the street and pronounced dead by fire crews.

Officials say 20-year-old Israel Antonio Velasquez had a confrontation with Jacquez outside of a home, shot him, and left the scene.

Velasquez has been arrested and faces murder charges.