URGENT UPDATE: A police-involved shooting occurred in Chandler, Arizona, just after 8:15 PM on October 19, 2023, near the intersection of Arizona Avenue and Riggs Road. One individual has been transported to the hospital, while authorities confirm that no officers were injured in the incident.
Chandler police officials report that there is currently no danger to the community. However, the exact circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear at this time. This incident marks the third officer-involved shooting in the Phoenix Valley within the last 24 hours, raising concerns about escalating violence.
As police investigate the scene, the intersection at Arizona Avenue and Riggs Road is closed to southbound traffic. Authorities are advising drivers to seek alternative routes, specifically through Alma School and McQueen roads.
Local residents are urged to stay clear of the area as the investigation unfolds. This shooting adds to a troubling trend of officer-involved incidents in the region, prompting discussions about public safety and police engagements.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops, and follow ABC15 for the latest news on related incidents in the Valley.
