Man Shot by Maricopa Police Amid Desert Passage Incident: Developing News

A man was shot by officers from the Maricopa Police Department in the Desert Passage neighborhood on January 29, 2025, according to a spokesperson. The incident occurred just before 8 a.m. when police responded to a call for service in the vicinity of 40700 West Portis Drive.

Monica Williams, the police spokesperson, confirmed that the injured man was taken to a Valley hospital. No officers were harmed during the encounter. However, details regarding the nature of the call that prompted the police response remain undisclosed.

The condition of the individual remains unclear as the investigation is still in the early stages. Williams indicated that it is unknown whether the man is a suspect in any crime or what threat he may have posed at the time of the shooting. InMaricopa is actively seeking answers to these pressing questions.

The Pinal Regional Special Investigations Unit will conduct the inquiry, in line with standard procedures. The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office has been designated as the lead investigative agency in this case.