Homicide Probe Sparks Alarm at Desert Ridge Marketplace

PHOENIX — A likely homicide investigation is underway at Desert Ridge Marketplace after police discovered a body in the parking lot Thursday morning. Details surrounding the incident remain sparse.

Officers cordoned off the area near the AMC Theater, focusing their investigation on a gray pickup truck. Detectives were also seen photographing a nearby SUV.

Fortunately, most businesses in the shopping center appear to be operating normally amid the ongoing investigation.

As of now, it remains unclear if authorities are pursuing any suspects. The Desert Ridge Marketplace is situated at 21001 N Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, Arizona.

For ongoing updates, residents are encouraged to stay connected with local news outlets.

Arizona’s Silent Witness program offers a crucial avenue for community members to report information about local crimes. The initiative promotes awareness of unsolved felony cases through various platforms, including social media and broadcast channels.

Individuals with tips can contact Silent Witness at 480-948-6377 or visit their website. All submissions are kept anonymous, and the program operates 24/7 to receive tips. Individuals whose information leads to arrests may be eligible for rewards of up to $1,000.

For headline news and updates, local residents are advised to utilize reliable news sources.