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Salvador Najera Jr. Arrested in Fatal Shooting at West Phoenix Senior Complex

Police say he admitted to the shooting, leading to murder and weapons charges.

Overview

  • Officers responded around 4:41–4:45 p.m. Sunday to the area of 43rd Avenue and Thomas Road in west Phoenix.
  • The victim, 63-year-old resident Michelle Semenjuk, was taken to a hospital and died from her injuries.
  • A witness reported seeing Najera leave the apartment, and police say he later told family he had shot someone before fleeing.
  • Detectives say Najera described himself as a prohibited possessor and was booked on murder and misconduct involving weapons.
  • Residents in the senior complex were told to stay inside during the search, and investigators are still working to determine motive and any relationship between the two.