A shooting at a home near 7th Avenue and Baseline Road in Phoenix left one man dead and two others hospitalized Saturday morning, according to Phoenix police. Homicide detectives are now investigating the incident, which authorities say involved a suspect who fled the scene before officers arrived.
The case remains active as investigators work to determine what led up to the shooting and identify those responsible.
Incident
Police said officers were dispatched around 9 a.m. to a report of a shooting at a residence in south Phoenix near 7th Avenue and Baseline Road, a residential area that includes homes and local traffic corridors.
When officers arrived, they found a man inside the home who had been shot. Fire personnel at the scene pronounced him dead. He was later identified as 40-year-old Carlos Galindo.
Authorities confirmed that two additional victims were located in connection with the shooting and transported to a hospital for treatment.
Victims
According to police, a 37-year-old woman sustained life-threatening injuries and remains hospitalized. A 35-year-old man was also taken to a hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.
Officials have not released further details about the relationship between the victims or whether they were known to the suspect. Investigators are continuing to gather information from witnesses and those involved.
The identity of the woman and the 35-year-old man has not been released at this time.
Response
Emergency responders arrived shortly after the 9 a.m. call and secured the scene while providing medical aid to the victims. Fire personnel confirmed the death of the 40-year-old man at the residence.
Police established a perimeter around the home as detectives began processing the scene for evidence. Multiple interviews were conducted in the area as part of the initial investigation.
The home remained an active crime scene for several hours as investigators documented evidence and spoke with potential witnesses.
Investigation
Phoenix homicide detectives have taken over the case. According to police, a male suspect believed to be involved in the shooting fled the location before officers arrived.
As of the latest update, the suspect has not been located. Authorities have not released a description or indicated whether they believe the suspect was known to the victims.
Investigators are working to determine the circumstances that led to the shooting, including what occurred inside the home prior to police arrival. Evidence collection and interviews are ongoing.
Police have not confirmed a motive.
Location context
The shooting occurred in a residential area near 7th Avenue and Baseline Road, a corridor in south Phoenix that includes housing, small businesses, and major road access points.
Violent incidents in residential neighborhoods often trigger broader investigations as detectives work to determine whether events were isolated or connected to prior disputes or known individuals.
Authorities have not indicated any ongoing threat to the public related to the incident.
Investigation status
At this stage, the case remains open and active. Detectives are reviewing physical evidence from the scene along with witness statements gathered on Saturday morning.
The focus remains on identifying and locating the suspect, as well as determining the sequence of events that led to the shooting inside the home.
Police have not announced any arrests.
The shooting in south Phoenix left one man dead and two others injured, including one woman in critical condition. With a suspect still at large, Phoenix police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident and are asking for any additional information that may assist in the case.
FAQs
Where did the shooting happen?
At a home near 7th Avenue and Baseline Road in Phoenix.
How many people were affected?
One person died and two others were hospitalized.
Who was the victim who died?
Police identified him as 40-year-old Carlos Galindo.
Is the suspect in custody?
No, the suspect fled before police arrived and is still at large.
What is the condition of the injured victims?
One woman is in life-threatening condition and a man is in stable condition.
