In the early morning hours, a party at a Phoenix apartment complex near 40th Street and Camelback Road turned tragic, ending in a spray of gunfire that left one young man dead and two others wounded. Noel Nava, an 18-year-old male, was discovered by Phoenix police officers who were called to the scene around 4:30 a.m. on June 7, 2025, with a gunshot wound.
He was quickly transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention but ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
As investigators began to piece together the events of that chaotic morning, they learned that a large party had been taking place at the apartment complex just before the shooting erupted. In addition to Noel Nava, another man was found at the scene with a gunshot wound; he was treated and later released. A third male victim, also suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot injury, independently arrived at a local hospital for treatment.
The Phoenix Police Department's investigation into the homicide is ongoing, and they are actively seeking information from the public. Detectives believe there were multiple shooters involved in the incident and have made a public appeal for anyone with cell phone footage from the party, both before and during the shooting, to come forward. A portal has been set up for witnesses to submit video evidence anonymously. As of now, no suspects have been identified or taken into custody in connection with the fatal shooting. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Phoenix Police Department or to provide anonymous tips through Silent Witness.
