Teen killed in a shootout in south Phoenix, others injured
PHOENIX - Police say a teenager was killed in a shootout that involved two vehicles in south Phoenix on Wednesday night.
The shooting happened around 7:30 p.m. on July 17 near 7th and Southern avenues. Bullet shell casings were seen on the ground.
A man and woman were taken to the hospital and police said they were possible victims. They're expected to be OK.
"When officers arrived, they found a woman suffering from a gunshot wound. The fire department responded and rushed the woman, later identified as 16-year-old female, Yadira Duarte Rodriguez to the hospital where she later died from her injuries," police said in a July 18 news release.
Police said the two others who were hurt gave officers information that placed them at the scene of the shooting.
"Preliminary information suggests the man and the woman arrived at the apartment complex in a vehicle to meet Rodriguez. Rodriguez got into their vehicle where she pulled out a firearm and attempted to rob them. The woman then fought with Rodriguez over the firearm. Sometime during the struggle, the man gained access to a firearm and shot Rodriguez. During the shooting, both the man and the woman were struck with gunfire. They pulled Rodriguez from the vehicle and drove off," police said.
The man and woman were treated for their injuries and released by the police.
"Both the man and woman were released after detectives consulted with the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. A charging decision will be made once the investigation is complete," police said.