Suspect on the run after 1 killed, 2 more shot inside south Phoenix home
PHOENIX - A weekend shooting inside a south Phoenix home has left one man dead, and two others hospitalized – with a woman clinging to life – sparking an active investigation for a fleeing gunman, authorities said on Sunday.
Police tape off a south Phoenix home in the Fremont Heights neighborhood, where three people were shot on June 13, 2026.
What we know:
Phoenix police officers rushed to a home near 500 W. Darrow Street — located near 7th Avenue and Baseline Road — at around 9 a.m. on Saturday following reports of shots fired.
Upon entering the South Mountain Village residence, first responders discovered three adult victims suffering from gunshot injuries: two men and a woman.
Fire personnel quickly arrived at the scene to provide emergency medical treatment to the three victims.
Phoenix Police remained on scene Saturday afternoon, eight hours after the shooting.
Dig deeper:
The Phoenix Police Department released the identities and conditions of the victims:
- Carlos Galindo, 40: Found inside the home and pronounced dead on the scene by fire crews.
- 37-year-old woman: Taken to a local hospital with critical, life-threatening injuries.
- 35-year-old man: Taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Suspect Fled The Scene:
Homicide detectives immediately took over the investigation and conducted several interviews at the scene. Investigators determined that a male suspect believed to be involved in the shooting managed to flee the area before officers could arrive.
What we don't know:
Details about what triggered the violent dispute remain highly scarce.
What You Should Know:
Phoenix Police say the area has been secured.
The investigation remains active and ongoing as detectives trace leads. Authorities are pleading with the community for information.
What you can do:
Anyone who knows anything about this crime is urged to call Silent Witness at 480-W-I-T-N-E-S-S, or 480-T-E-S-T-I-G-O for Spanish. Tips can also be directed to the Phoenix Police at 602-262-6151.
This developing story has been updated with the latest details.
The Source: Information in this report was gathered from the Phoenix Police Department.