PHOENIX, Arizona — Phoenix Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on December 25, 2024, between 5:00 p.m. and 7:40 p.m., at a residence near 4400 North 56th Drive. An unknown suspect fired a round into the home, striking a victim, though police haven’t released details on the victim’s identity or condition.

The incident took place in a residential area on the city’s west side, near the intersection of 56th Drive and Indian School Road—a working-class neighborhood with single-family homes and small apartment complexes. Investigators are still piecing together what happened, but they’re asking for the public’s help to identify the shooter. No suspect description has been released, and it’s unclear if this was a targeted attack or a random act of violence.

This shooting adds to a troubling year for Phoenix Police, who’ve faced scrutiny over rising officer-involved shootings—14 people were killed by officers in 2024, up from 12 in 2023, according to Phoenix New Times. While this incident doesn’t involve police gunfire, it highlights the ongoing gun violence challenges in the city. If you have any info, call Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or leave an anonymous tip.