An early morning home invasion left a Phoenix man dead and a suspect outstanding.
According to the Phoenix Police Department, on March 18, 2023, just after midnight, officers responded to a shooting at a residence in the area of 18th Avenue and Ocotillo Road. When units arrived, they found a man, identified as 40-year-old Daniel Perez Jr., with gunshot wounds.
Mr. Perez was transported to a local hospital. He did not survive his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
Homicide detectives believe that an adult male suspect forced entry into the home, demanded property, and shot Perez before running away.
Anyone with information can contact the Phoenix Police Department, or Silent Witness (480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO for Spanish).