Quadruple shooting in Mesa neighborhood leaves 2 dead, including suspect
Police say four people were shot on June 28 near Lindsay and Brown roads. Two of the victims were pronounced dead at the scene. (KSAZ-TV)
MESA, Ariz. - Four people were shot on Sunday night in a Mesa neighborhood, leaving two of them dead, including a suspect.
What we know:
The shooting happened at 8 p.m. on June 28 near Lindsay and Brown roads.
Mesa police say officers responded to multiple 911 calls in the area, and when they got to the scene, the officers found four people with gunshot wounds. Two of them were pronounced dead.
Dig deeper:
Police say 47-year-old Kevin Richardson was wearing a tactical-style helmet and vest, and fired several rounds toward a police helicopter.
"Investigators recovered a rifle near Richardson, and preliminary evidence indicates he then took his own life," police said.
The two other people who were shot were bystanders who were at an adjacent home. Police say they suffered non-life-threatening injuries.
What we don't know:
The identity of the victim who died wasn't released. Police say the relationship between Richardson and the victim hasn't been confirmed.
What's next:
Mesa detectives will investigate the shooting.
What you can do:
Help is available. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, call or text 988. The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Support in Spanish is also available. You can also chat with crisis counselors via online chat.
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Map of the area where the shooting happened:
The Source: The Mesa Police Department