UPDATE: Suspected double homicide near downtown Yuma
Second victim succumbs to life-threatening injuries
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A second victim who had survived a Saturday morning shooting has reportedly passed away due to the injuries he received.
The Yuma Police Department (YPD) confirms he died at about 1:30 p.m., adding that the first victim was a 43-year-old man.
Public Affairs Sergeant Lori Franklin says the suspect, 46, has been booked into the Yuma County Detention Center on multiple felony charges.
Initial story at November 20, 2021 10:58 AM
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - The Yuma Police Department (YPD) is investigating a suspected homicide and attempted double-homicide that happened near South Avenue A and W 3rd St.
Officers received a call of shots fired after 5:15 a.m. Saturday morning.
Public Affairs Sergeant Lori Franklin tells News 11 that the apparent victim, whose age is unknown at this time, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities transported a second victim, 38-years-old, to Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC). He was then flown to a Phoenix-area hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Sgt. Franklin confirms that the suspect is currently in custody.
YPD encourages anyone with any information about this case to contact police at (928) 373-4700 or 78-CRIME at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.
