Overview
- Phoenix police took Michael Dominguez into custody on March 9 and recovered pellet‑style firearms consistent with those used in the incident.
- Officers say a man fired pellet or paintball rounds around 2:30 a.m. on March 7 at the Islamic Center of North Phoenix, striking several parked cars but injuring no one.
- Dominguez was booked on aggravated assault, criminal damage, misconduct involving weapons, dangerous drug possession, narcotic drug possession, a probation violation and an outstanding felony warrant.
- Police said patrols around the mosque will remain increased as the investigation continues, with detectives analyzing additional evidence.
- Mayor Kate Gallego condemned the attack, and her office said police are investigating the case as a possible hate crime after families and children gathered for late‑night Ramadan prayers.