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One Dead After Shooting and Stabbing Outside Peoria Home

Police say the suspect fled to Payson before shooting himself

Overview

  • Officers and medics responded early to a Vistancia neighborhood call reporting a shooting and stabbing outside a home, and first responders performed chest compressions at the scene.
  • The victim was taken to a hospital and later died, local reporting says, while authorities have not released the victim’s name or detailed injury information.
  • Peoria police say the suspect drove away and was tracked to Payson, where officers say he shot himself and was airlifted to a Valley hospital for treatment.
  • Investigators believe the victim and suspect likely knew each other and detectives are collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses as the case remains active.
  • Police have released few public details so far and officials say they will provide updates as the suspect’s condition and the investigation allow, making identity, motive and charges pending developments to watch for.