In the pre-dawn hours of a late June morning in Phoenix, Arizona, the sound of gunfire shattered the quiet of an apartment complex parking lot. Responding to witness calls, police arrived at the scene near 83rd Avenue and McDowell Road to find a young man who had been shot. The victim, identified as 22-year-old Tahgi Colbert, was pronounced dead at the scene on June 26, 2022.
He was discovered on the ground next to a vehicle, having sustained a fatal gunshot wound.
Phoenix Police Department's homicide detectives began an investigation into the shooting death of the young male. Initial reports from witnesses indicated that multiple gunshots were heard around 1:30 a.m. Investigators worked to piece together the events that led to the deadly encounter. The crime scene was secured as officers canvassed the area for any potential witnesses and evidence that could shed light on the circumstances of the shooting.
In the immediate aftermath, authorities had not taken any suspects into custody. A person of interest was described as a Black male who was seen getting into the passenger seat of what was believed to be a newer model black four-door sedan, possibly a Dodge Charger, that left the scene. As of the latest available information, the investigation into Tahgi Colbert's death continues, and authorities have encouraged anyone with information to come forward to assist in the ongoing efforts to bring those responsible to justice.
