Eight Drive-by Shootings in Arizona Left 1 Person Dead and 12 Injured

A series of drive-by shootings in Arizona has claimed a person's life and left 12 people with injuries. Authorities have apprehended the culprit, and investigations are ongoing.

A suspect believed to be responsible for the death of an individual, with 12 others suffering from injuries, has been arrested by the Arizona Police Department.

The events appeared to have taken place in what authorities termed drive-by shootings. In a statement, police revealed that a call from locals alerted them of the situation in 103rd Avenue and Northern Avenue.

By the time police officials arrived at the scene, an adult was found in a vehicle with a gunshot wound. The victim and witnesses provided authorities with the suspect's description, which was used to track him down.

The shooting spree occurred in 8 different incidents, which took place within an hour an half. The first shooting is believed to have taken place at about 11:10 am on the border of Glendale and Peoria.

It continued through the area until the suspect was later found and detained at about 12:42 pm. According to reports, four victims suffered gunshot wounds while others got injured from car accidents or shrapnel.

The 12 injured people are expected to recover as their injuries are not life-threatening. In a briefing, police officials noted that the motive behind the crime is yet to be determined.

Peoria police Sgt. Brandon Sheffert said that many people are affected and shaken by the situation and seek answers to the true motive and state of the prime suspect.

Officers were surprised at the reaction of the unidentified suspect when approached by cops. The suspect pulled into a parking lot and did not try shooting at the officers during a traffic stop.

Authorities have assured the public that investigations are underway and have urged them to remain calm and confident. There is no reason to feel unsafe since the suspect has been taken into custody.

Multiple agencies, including the FBI and several other police departments, are cracking down on this case. Authorities are keen on figuring out the true motive and averting possible shootings.

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives is working to match ballistic shell casings from the shooting scenes and trace the recovered gun to know if the shooter purchased it or obtained it.

The suspect's home will be searched for other weapons, although police officials believe there are no other suspects related to the shootings. People with helpful information are to call 623-773-8311.

An 8-year-old was severely injured in a similar story while a 22-year-old lost his life from gunshot wounds in a drive-by shooting in South Los Angeles. The rise in gun violence is a growing concern amongst citizens, and authorities have been asked to help promote safety.