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Four Arrested in Scottsdale Drive-By at Short-Term Rental

Police call the attack likely retaliation for a Phoenix robbery.

Overview

  • Scottsdale police arrested Gabriel Chiruza Lunyerere, Kywan Jones, Jamir Smith and Michel "Ray" Kasereka in the shooting case.
  • Officers found a rental home near Hayden and McDowell roads hit by multiple rounds with shell casings outside while several adults inside were not hurt.
  • Detectives used surveillance video, forensic testing and social media reviews to identify the suspects after serving search warrants.
  • Investigators recovered several firearms they say are tied to the scene, and all four were booked on counts that include firing within city limits, shooting at a home and conspiracy.
  • Police say the gunfire appears to be retaliation for an armed robbery in Phoenix earlier that evening, and they note the investigation remains active.