Father killed in west Phoenix shooting, daughter arrested
Woman accused of killing her father in west Phoenix
Police say 61-year-old Reginald Anderson was shot and killed near 101st and Oregon Avenues. Anderson's daughter, 33-year-old Reilan Anderson, was arrested in Maricopa.
PHOENIX - A woman accused of shooting and killing her father on Thursday in a west Phoenix neighborhood was arrested.
What we know:
The shooting happened just before 12 p.m. on May 1 near 101st and Oregon Avenues.
According to Phoenix Police, officers responded to the area for a shots fired call and found 61-year-old Reginald Anderson with at least one gunshot wound. Anderson was pronounced dead at the scene.
"Officers contacted several witnesses, and an additional adult female victim, who was uninjured, Sgt. Rob Scherer said. "Through these interviews, and additional investigative techniques, a potential suspect was identified as the Reginald’s daughter, 33-year-old Reilan Anderson."
Reilan Anderson
Investigators say Reilan was found in Maricopa where she was arrested. She was booked into jail and is accused of first-degree murder and aggravated assault.
"Reilan was interviewed regarding the incident and denied her involvement," police said.
Police say no other suspects are being sought in connection to the murder.
What we don't know:
The motive for the shooting is unknown.