1 dead in shooting near Rio Verde

Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that happened in the far northeast Valley.

The shooting happened at around 10 p.m. on July 1 near 160th Street and Dixileta Drive.

The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office says 45-year-old Kyle Kepler confronted 31-year-old Thomas Griffin and his wife. 

"The confrontation escalated when Mr. Kepler pointed a firearm at them, in which Mr. Griffin shot and killed Mr. Kepler," MCSO said.

Griffin and his wife stayed at the scene after the shooting and are cooperating with the investigation.

No further details on the shooting have been released. 

mcso rio verde shooting

Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that happened near 160th Street and Dixileta Drive.

Map of area where the shooting happened