Amanda Franco Obituary, Death; 21-Year-Old Woman Killed, Teen Injured Amidst 300 Shell Casings Found at Phoenix House Party Shooting
Amanda Franco Obituary, Death; – More than 300 shell casings were collected from a west Phoenix neighborhood following a fatal shooting that took place early Sunday morning, resulting in the death of a 21-year-old woman and injuries to a teenage boy. Officials from the Phoenix Police Department, who responded to the scene, reported that gunfire erupted during a large house party near the intersection of 35th Avenue and McDowell Road.
A statement provided to FOX 10 Phoenix indicated that a significant number of attendees were seen fleeing as law enforcement arrived. The victims have been identified by authorities as Amanda Franco, 21, who was declared dead at the scene, and a teenage male who was subsequently transported to the hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.
The investigation revealed that the violence ensued after a confrontation at the party, which escalated into gunfire outside the residence. “As officers were arriving, a large group of people were observed running and driving away from the party,” the statement obtained by FOX 10 Phoenix detailed.
An eyewitness who spoke to 12News recounted the chaotic events, stating, “They started shooting like crazy. We were hit by bullets coming from all directions; it felt like they were shooting at us from everywhere,” said the man, who wished to remain anonymous.
The Phoenix Police Department has reported that several homes and vehicles in the vicinity were hit by gunfire. The large number of shell casings recovered underscores the intensity of the gunfire exchanged during the incident. “Multiple individuals engaged in gunfire, resulting in over 300 shell casings found throughout the area,” according to the statement from the Phoenix PD reported by FOX 10 Phoenix.
The department is encouraging witnesses or anyone with video evidence to come forward to aid in the investigation. Information can be submitted through the Phoenix police online form, and those with tips can also contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS for anonymous reporting.
A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest.
