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Pueblo Grande Museum Changing Name to “S’edav Va’aki Museum” https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/2705Parks and Recreation3/24/2023 3:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2705/Sedav Vaaki Museum Front.jpgPueblo Grande Museum Changing Name to “S’edav Va’aki Museum” <div class="ExternalClassC3EF9F18F94E4CFEB05F092CDDF7C8FC"><html> <p>​During a Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board Meeting on Thursday, March 23, 2023, the board voted unanimously to change the name of Pueblo Grande Museum and Archaeological Park to “S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki Museum."</p> <p>The name S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki (Salt River Pima – Maricopa Indian Community spelling) or Central Vahki (English spelling) is an O'Odham name that reflects the connection the site has with the local O'Odham and Piipaash communities. S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki refers to the large platform mound (Va'aki) that is preserved at the site, and the central location of this ancestral village within the Salt River Valley and to the extensive canal system created by these exceptional engineers before Euro-Americans moved into the region.</p> <p>The Parks and Recreation Board also approved the use of the marketing tagline, “Gateway to Phoenix Heritage."</p> <p>“Renaming the Pueblo Grande Museum to the S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki Museum could not come at a better time as our city celebrates Phoenix History Month. The name change reflects our commitment to honoring the Indigenous people who helped build our community thousands of years ago. I look forward to the continued educational impact this museum will have on all Phoenicians," said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego.</p> <p>“S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki Museum will continue to be an amazing resource for Phoenix history," District 8 Councilmember Carlos Garcia said. “We must ensure that our local institutions are reflecting the diversity of our area and taking steps to recognize and celebrate all cultures."</p> <p>“This is an important step for our City," said Kelly Dalton, Chair of the Parks and Recreation Board. "This new name reflects our commitment to honoring those who have shaped our culture and history."  </p> <p>“Words and titles matter. This name change will help to have a greater and more direct impact on how this significant ancestral site is interpreted," said Shane Anton, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community Tribal Historic Preservation Officer.</p> <p>The previous name, Pueblo Grande, is defined in the Spanish language and denotes the site as a “pueblo," which is not how the O'Odham would describe their villages or habitation sites. </p> <p>The museum exists to preserve and help interpret the site and the ancestral occupation and to bring attention to living indigenous communities. Located on a site with one of the few remaining platform mounds (Va'aki) differentiates the museum from other museums in Phoenix. Rebranding the museum with an appropriate O'Odham name will better serve museum audiences. This change will elevate the museum's profile and increase interest in the site.</p> <p>Throughout summer and fall, the museum will gradually begin transitioning signage throughout the museum and on the website. </p> <p>In fall of 2023, the new S'e<span style="text-decoration:underline;">d</span>av Va'aki Museum will unveil its new logo during a “reopening" event.</p> <p>The Parks and Recreation Department acknowledges the City of Phoenix is located within Native Land. Read the department's commitment to respecting Ancestral Indigenous Communities in our Land Acknowledgement Statement on <a target="_blank" href="file:///C:/Users/082377/Desktop/phoenix.gov/parks">phoenix.gov/parks</a>. <br></p><p>Pronunciation guide:<br></p><ul><li><strong>S'e</strong><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><strong>d</strong></span><strong>av </strong>pronounced suh-UH-dahf</li><li><strong>Va'aki </strong>pronounced VAH-ah-kee</li><li><strong>O'Odham</strong> pronounced awe-THUMB</li><li><strong style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">Piipaash</strong><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> pronounced pee-POSH</span><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">​</span></li></ul><p><br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/parksNewsparks-and-recreationParks & Rec
Phoenix Office of Innovation Partners with Venture Café to Host Innovation Challenge https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/innovation/2704Innovation3/23/2023 10:10:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2704/Skyline with Suguaro (1).jpgPhoenix Office of Innovation Partners with Venture Café to Host Innovation Challenge <div class="ExternalClass17FEC12458F94CDBA996F64F1A36B70E"><html>​​Students and residents can now apply to participate in a hackathon and pitch competition hosted by the <a href="https://venturecafephoenix.org/" target="_blank">Venture Café Phoenix</a> and the City of Phoenix’s Office of Innovation. Competitors will have an opportunity to develop innovative solutions that will increase access to chilled drinking water in public spaces – and compete for cash prizes.<br><br><div>“To solve an important challenge, Phoenix is tapping into one of our greatest resources— our creative and enterprising residents,” said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “Expanding public access to drinking water, especially in areas of high pedestrian and public transit, is essential to keeping our residents comfortable and safe. I’m excited to see the ideas that come from the City of Phoenix’s first Innovation Challenge.”<br></div><div><br></div><div>Groups of five to six people will work together to develop an innovative concept to present to a panel of judges for a chance to win up to $600 per person. <br></div><div><br></div><div>“Access to water in a desert city with over 1.5 million residents is essential," said Vice Mayor Ansari. "However, given the challenges with existing infrastructure and our rapidly rising population, water access is not always guaranteed for our residents, particularly those who are homeless. I'm excited to see the solutions generated by those competing in the City of Phoenix's first Innovation Challenge."</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Here are some details for contestants to consider and discuss:</strong></div><div>• New technologies to provide drinking water in public spaces that could make a system more accessible.</div><div>• Non-tech ideas to provide access to drinking water without using plastic water bottles.</div><div>• Cooling and shading efforts to keep the systems cool so the water stays cool in extreme heat.</div><div>• Education and communication strategies around the systems to build interest and encourage people to use the bottle filling stations.</div><div>• Innovative ideas for maintenance and preventing vandalism, such as tech solutions or wrap-around support from the community or businesses.</div><div>• Adding a public art component to support the project and encourage community engagement and preservation of the system.</div><div>• Sustainable ways to alert if a system isn't functioning properly and potentially losing water, as well as providing alternative options for those who forget their water bottle and would like to use a water filling station.</div><div><br></div><div>Contestants will participate in the hackathon from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. and attendees can watch the pitch competition from 5:30-7 p.m. at 850 PBC located at 850 N. Fifth St. Apply to participate in the hackathon or register to watch the pitch competition <a href="https://venturecafephoenix.org/event/thursday-gathering-innovation-night-the-city-of-phoenix/" target="_blank">here​</a>. Lunch and snacks will be provided. <br></div><div><br></div><div>About the Office of Innovation:<br></div><div>The City Manager’s Office of Innovation partners with residents, City departments, and local and national organizations to advance solutions to some of our City’s most pressing challenges, championing the strategic use of data to deliver effective, efficient and equitable impacts for the City and its diverse communities.  innovate@phoenix.gov <br></div><div><br></div><div>About Venture Café:<br></div><div>Venture Café Phoenix partners with companies and organizations that are evolving business, education, technology, social justice, science and the arts within Phoenix and beyond. Along with pitch nights, thought provoking content and one-on-one sessions, the Thursday Gathering event provides participants with hundreds of connection and action opportunities each week. When you take part in a Venture Café event, you can meet hundreds of creative, resourceful people who are just as invested in improving life in Phoenix as you are.</div></html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/innovationNewsinnovationInnovation
Critical Incident Briefing: March 8, 2023 – 27th Avenue and McDowell Roadhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2702Police3/22/2023 9:47:00 PMhttps://youtu.be/wHL8MN_I45MCritical Incident Briefing: March 8, 2023 – 27th Avenue and McDowell Road<div class="ExternalClassE71424A986CD4F79BDA7558742F1B950"><html>​WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.<br> <br>The Phoenix Police Department has released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an officer-involved shooting which occurred on March 8, 2023.<br><br>This incident occurred near the intersection of 27th Avenue and McDowell Road when Phoenix Police received two calls for service at a business in the area. The first, was from a man who identified himself and requested an officer to meet him at the business to turn himself in. The second call was from an employee of the business who said the man who called police was inside the store yelling and screaming. <br><br>When the first officer arrived, he entered the business and contacted the man described in the 911 call. The man and officer walked outside together. As they began to talk, the man moved close to the officer and pushed him. The officer used his taser causing the suspect to fall to the ground. The officer moved in to take him into custody, but the suspect kicked the officer – knocking the taser out of his hand. The suspect then continued to attack the officer. The officer backed away from the suspect and fired his duty weapon as the suspect continued to advance on the officer.<br><br>Nearby surveillance footage captured a portion of the incident.  <br><br>The suspect was treated on scene by officers and the Phoenix Fire Department. He was transported to a local hospital in serious but stable condition. The officer's body worn camera was activated and captured the incident.<br><br>The investigation into whether the man is related to any previous crimes is still ongoing.<br><br>The officer involved in this incident is assigned to the Maryvale Estrella Mountain Precinct and has approximately 6 years of service with the department. <br><br><p>Conclusions about whether the actions of the officer are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently underway, in addition to a criminal investigation. Once the criminal investigation is complete, it will then be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.<br> <br>Public records law requires redaction of certain personal identifying information before video is released publicly. That is why you may see some parts of the Body Worn Camera (BWC) blurred or covered with a black box. Redacted video is released to local media in conjunction with the release of this Critical Incident Briefing for independent review and publication. Complete, unedited versions of the BWC are released to attorneys and the courts as evidence in a criminal case.<br></p></html></div>https://phoenix.gov/policeVideopolicePolice
City of Phoenix Welcomes Community Input for 2023-24 Proposed Trial Budgethttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/budget-and-research/2700Budget & Research3/21/2023 11:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2700/City-Hall-in-Downtown-Phoenix.jpgCity of Phoenix Welcomes Community Input for 2023-24 Proposed Trial Budget<div class="ExternalClass414703DBF3EE4AA69B7F8ACE547022BA"><html> <p style="line-height:150%;margin-bottom:11px;">​​​The City of Phoenix Trial Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024, proposed by Phoenix City Manager Jeff Barton, is ready for public review and comment.<br></p> <p style="line-height:150%;">City Manager Barton presented a balanced Trial Budget to Council on March 21, 2023.</p> <p style="line-height:150%;">The proposed Trial Budget will provide new and expanded programs and services to the community, and ensure the City can competitively pay its employees in order to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce.</p> <p style="line-height:150%;">“This year’s Trial Budget is focused on ensuring that we can deliver quality, timely and efficient services to our residents,” said Phoenix Ci​ty Manager Jeff Barton. “Over the last three years, the City has made smart, strategic decisions and has expanded programs to assist our residents with the impact and aftermath of COVID-19. The Trial Budget ensures that those vital services and most importantly the people who provide them can be sustained for years to come.”</p> <p style="line-height:150%;">During the month of April, the Budget and Research Department will hold 11 community budget hearings, inviting residents to attend in-person and give public comment. The schedule of budget hearings can be found at <a style="color:rgb(30, 81, 136);" tabindex="0" href="https://phoenix.gov/budget/hearings" data-cke-saved-href="https://phoenix.gov/budget/hearings" target="_blank">phoenix.gov/budget/hearings</a>.</p> <p style="line-height:150%;">This proposed Trial Budget for fiscal year 2023-24 includes $14 million for service additions in key City Council priority areas such as: public safety and criminal justice, including adding firefighters to staff a new Fire station located at 19th Avenue and Chandler Boulevard which will help to improve response times; further efforts to civilianize positions in the Police Department to allow sworn officers to respond to higher level public safety calls for service; resources to continue important expiring grant funded programs to support low-income residents and victims of crime; resources are also proposed to add park rangers for overnight patrol at City parks, and increases for community arts grant funding. Additionally, $1 million is reserved for community input and recommendations reflecting resident comments gathered over the next several weeks. Based on available funds some of the suggestions could be incorporated into the final City Manager’s Budget scheduled to be presented to City Council on May 2nd. The remaining $5 million would be allocated to the General Fund contingency fund, or rainy-day fund to account for proposed ongoing spending initiatives.</p> <p style="line-height:150%;">The 2023-24 Trial Budget also proposes to allocate resources to address employee compensation, so we can provide the highest level of service ensuring our most valuable assets are paid competitively and positions can be filled with the best talent available. The City is experiencing significant vacancy rates due to the competitive labor market and therefore approximately 85%, or $114 million, of the total $134 million surplus in the 2023-24 Trial Budget is allocated to employee compensation. This investment in our employees is necessary and will help to fill vacant positions so the services residents rely on and expect can continue to be provided with improved service levels.</p> <p style="line-height:150%;"> <strong>What is the General Fund?</strong> </p> <p style="line-height:150%;">The General Fund is part of the City of Phoenix’s total budget. The General Fund is made up of resources including general sales tax, property taxes, revenue distributed by the state from income tax, sales and vehicle license taxes, and some fines and fees. The General Fund supports many of the services our residents, visitors, and businesses have come to expect in Phoenix such as libraries, parks, senior and youth programs and police and fire services.</p> <p style="line-height:150%;"> <strong>What’s Next?</strong> </p> <p style="line-height:150%;">After community review, City Manager Barton will present a revised proposed budget to the Phoenix City Council on May 2, 2023. The City Council is expected to decide on the budget on May 16, 2023. The approved budget will take effect July 1, 2023.</p> <p style="line-height:150%;"> <strong>Community Input</strong> </p> <p style="line-height:150%;">Residents are encouraged to participate in upcoming in-person budget hearings. The community is also encouraged to use the City’s FundPHX interactive tool to provide input. The <a style="color:rgb(30, 81, 136);" tabindex="0" href="https://phoenix.gov/fund" data-cke-saved-href="https://phoenix.gov/fund" target="_blank">FundPHX tool</a> allows residents to provide direct feedback on the proposed FY 2023-24 Trial Budget additions. All input received from the tool, at the budget hearings, or by contacting the Budget and Research Department directly at budget.research@phoenix.gov or by calling (602) 262-4800 will be provided to the City Council, so they may consider your feedback prior to adopting the budget.</p> <p style="line-height:150%;"> <strong>In-Person Community Hearings</strong> </p> <p style="line-height:150%;">The City of Phoenix is holding 11 budget hearings including one bilingual community-wide hearing and community-wide hearings for youth and arts. <br><br><strong>Hearing schedule:</strong></p> <ul> <li>District 6, Monday, April 3, at 8:30 a.m.<br>Devonshire Senior Center, Multipurpose Room<br>2802 E Devonshire Avenue <br><br></li> <li>District 2 and 3, Monday, April 3, at 6 p.m.<br>Paradise Valley Community Center Multipurpose Room<br>17402 N 40th Street<br><br></li> <li>District 3, Tuesday, April 4, at 8:30 a.m.<br>Shadow Mountain Senior Center<br>3546 E Sweetwater Avenue<br><br></li> <li>District 5, Tuesday, April 4, at 6:00 p.m.<br>Washington Activity Center, Building B Multipurpose Room<br>2240 W Citrus Way<br><br></li> <li>District 1, Thursday, April 6, at 8:30 a.m.<br>Cholla Library<br>10050 N Metro Parkway E<br><br></li> <li>Bilingual Community-wide, Monday, April 10, at 6:00 p.m.<br>Maryvale Community Center Multipurpose Room<br>4420 N 51st Avenue<br><br></li> <li>District 7, Tuesday, April 11, at 8:30 a.m.<br>Desert West Community Center<br>6501 W Virginia Avenue<br><br></li> <li>Youth Community-wide, Tuesday, April 11, at 6:00 p.m.<br>Central High School Student Union<br>4525 N Central Avenue<br><br></li> <li>District 4, Wednesday, April 12, at 6:00 p.m.<br>Steele Indian School Park, Memorial Hall<br>300 E Indian School Road<br><br></li> <li>District 8, Thursday, April 13, at 6:00 p.m.<br>South Phoenix Youth Center<br>5245 S 7th Street<br><br></li> <li>Arts Community-wide, Saturday, April 15, at 10:00 a.m.<br>South Mountain Community College, Library Community Room<br>7050 S 24th Street</li> </ul> <p style="line-height:150%;">The hearings will broadcast live on the City of Phoenix’s YouTube page. Learn more at <a style="color:rgb(30, 81, 136);" tabindex="0" href="https://phoenix.gov/budget/hearings" data-cke-saved-href="https://phoenix.gov/budget/hearings" target="_blank">phoenix.gov/budget/hearings</a>.​<br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/budgetNewsbudget-and-researchBudget
Critical Incident Briefing: March 5th, 2023 – 43rd Avenue and Encanto Boulevardhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2699Police3/21/2023 7:00:00 AMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2699/slate 43rd encanto.jpghttps://youtu.be/p9sHbiRMT9wCritical Incident Briefing: March 5th, 2023 – 43rd Avenue and Encanto Boulevard<div class="ExternalClassF18D221B003444C59751DB603CAE83B0"><html> <p>​</p> <span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span> <p> <strong>WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.</strong> <br> <br>The Phoenix Police Department has released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an officer-involved shooting which occurred on March 5th, 2023.</p> <p>This incident occurred near 43<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and Encanto Boulevard when Phoenix Police officers responded to a call about a shooting in the area. The caller stated a woman had been shot and she was now near a home in the area.</p> <p>When officers arrived, they found a man and woman lying on the ground near each other. The man was moved to a nearby curb when they realized the woman had a gunshot wound. The investigation on-scene determined the man sitting on the curb was believed to be the person who initially shot the woman. Officers then approached the man to arrest him and he immediately resisted. A struggle began and the man pulled a gun from the front of his waistband. Both the Sergeant and one officer discharged their firearms, striking the man.</p> <p>The man died at the scene. The woman was transported to the hospital with non-life- threatening injuries. No one else was injured during this incident. The Sergeant involved in this incident is assigned to the Maryvale Precinct and has approximately 15 years of service with the department. The officer involved in this incident is also assigned to the Maryvale Precinct and has approximately 6 and a half years of service with the department.</p> <p>This incident is the subject of a criminal investigation, to be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.</p> <p>Conclusions about whether the actions of the officer are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently underway, in addition to a criminal investigation. Once the criminal investigation is complete, it will then be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.<br> <br>Public records law requires redaction of certain personal identifying information before video is released publicly. That is why you may see some parts of the Body Worn Camera (BWC) blurred or covered with a black box. Redacted video is released to local media in conjunction with the release of this Critical Incident Briefing for independent review and publication. Complete, unedited versions of the BWC are released to attorneys and the courts as evidence in a criminal case.​<br></p> <span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span> <p> <br> </p> </html></div>https://phoenix.gov/policeVideopolicePolice
Night at the Museum: Art and Science Come to Life at PHX Sky Harborhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/aviation/2697Aviation3/20/2023 7:00:00 AMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2697/Bowers and Reeves.jpgNight at the Museum: Art and Science Come to Life at PHX Sky Harbor<div class="ExternalClass400437AB4BBB46DF9F6774EF6729EF8D"><html> <p>The <strong>Phoenix Airport Museum</strong> hosts its first ever <em>Night at the Museum</em> event at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Friday, March 24, from 4-7 pm at the Terminal 4, level 3 gallery.</p> <p>​The event celebrates the Museum's current <em>Artist and Researcher </em>exhibition presenting art inspired by science. The exhibition was developed by the Phoenix Bioscience Core where nine local artists were paired with researchers to create artwork based on their different areas of study. Working side-by-side in the lab, classroom and art studio, the resulting works are visual representations of the scientific progress happening in our city and state.</p> <p>​Come by to see what happens when the talents of <strong>both science and art join forces</strong> to communicate complex information in an approachable way through artworks.</p> <p>Meet the researchers and artists involved in the program and learn about their collaboration. View artworks influenced by scientific investigation that explore concepts of communication, memory, emotion and circulation. Participate in an augmented reality experience that allows viewers to <strong>walk through sections of the brain</strong>.</p> <p>Museum staff will be on hand with a fun art activity, treats and scavenger hunt guides to explore more art at the Airport. Whether you are traveling or not, this event is FREE to attend and open to the public. <a href="https://www.skyharbor.com/at-the-airport/amenities/airport-museum/art-collection/terminal-4-museum-exhibitions/" target="_blank">Learn more about this exhibition by visiting our website.</a>  ​<br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/aviationNewsaviationAviation
Critical Incident Briefing - March 6, 2023 - 41st Dr. & Alta Vista Rd.https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2698Police3/20/2023 7:00:00 AMhttps://youtu.be/aVRLIImlniwCritical Incident Briefing - March 6, 2023 - 41st Dr. & Alta Vista Rd.<div class="ExternalClassF7AAA7394B1649CFB53E24A30D1F02C2"><html> <strong style="font-size:12pt;">WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.</strong><br aria-hidden="true">​​<br aria-hidden="true">The Phoenix Police Department has released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an officer-involved shooting (OIS) which occurred on March 6, 2023.<br><br>This incident occurred at a home in the area of 4100 W. Alta Vista Rd. when Phoenix Police received multiple calls about people being stabbed.<br><br>The first two officers on scene could see an elderly woman on the ground in front of the house with injuries. As they made their way to the doorway, the suspect could be seen holding two knives, one in each hand while kneeling closely behind a woman who was suffering obvious injuries. Several police commands were given to the suspect. The suspect did not comply with the commands and continued to assault the woman. That is when the officer fired his rifle striking the man. <br><br>Shortly after the shooting, an officer moved the injured elderly victim away from the front of the house. She was later transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.<br><br>The officer returned to remove the second injured woman from inside the home. She was transported to the hospital where she died from her injuries.<br><br>Additional officers arrived on scene, entered the house, and detained the suspect. Both knives he was holding were found near the suspect. Officers ensured there were no other victims inside the home. The suspect was pronounced deceased on scene.<br><br>Additional knives were seized from the home as evidence. <br><br>The officer involved in this incident is assigned to the Maryvale Estrella Mountain Precinct and has approximately 7 years of service with the department.<br><br>Conclusions about whether the actions of the officers are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently underway, in addition to a criminal investigation. Once the criminal investigation is complete it will then be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.<br aria-hidden="true"><br aria-hidden="true">Public records law requires redaction of certain personal identifying information before video is released publicly. That is why you may see some parts of Body Worn Camera (BWC) blurred or covered with a black box. Redacted video is released to local media in conjunction with the release of this Critical Incident Briefing for independent review and publication. Complete, unedited versions of the BWC are released to attorneys and the courts as evidence in a criminal case.<br></html></div>https://phoenix.gov/policeVideopolicePolice
Critical Incident Briefing: February 25, 2023 – 35th Avenue and Southern Roadhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2696Police3/17/2023 9:57:00 PMhttps://youtu.be/gTUZzJgtUbYCritical Incident Briefing: February 25, 2023 – 35th Avenue and Southern Road<div class="ExternalClassA998DCFE9AB4402A9535EEA17EDA41FC"><html>​WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.<br> <br>The Phoenix Police Department has released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an officer-involved shooting which occurred on March 4, 2023.<br><br>This incident occurred just before 11:00 a.m. in the area of 35th and Southern Avenue when an officer in full uniform was working in an off-duty capacity at a superstore. During his shift, the officer was told by a loss prevention employee that a man entered the store and began concealing items. <br><br>The loss prevention employee stood near one of the exits to talk to the man before he walked out of the store without paying for the items. After the man walked past all points of sale, he was stopped by the loss prevention employee. The two men had a brief exchange with the police officer standing nearby. During the exchange, the man stepped backwards and pulled out a handgun. The man pointed the gun toward the loss prevention employee and the officer. That is when the officer fired his weapon. <br><br>After the shooting, the man moved toward the center of the store as customers ran toward the exits. <br><br>The off-duty officer was wearing a body worn camera; however, it was not activated until after the shooting occurred. The man was able to leave the store and was seen running into a neighborhood by responding officers. A perimeter was made around the area where the man was last seen. He was located and arrested. Officers learned the man was not struck by the officer's gunfire.<br><br>The officer involved in this shooting has been with the department for 6 years and is assigned to the Cactus Park Precinct.<br><br><p>Conclusions about whether the actions of the officer are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently underway, in addition to a criminal investigation. Once the criminal investigation is complete, it will then be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.<br> <br>Public records law requires redaction of certain personal identifying information before video is released publicly. That is why you may see some parts of the Body Worn Camera (BWC) blurred or covered with a black box. Redacted video is released to local media in conjunction with the release of this Critical Incident Briefing for independent review and publication. Complete, unedited versions of the BWC are released to attorneys and the courts as evidence in a criminal case.​<br></p></html></div>https://phoenix.gov/policeVideopolicePolice

 

 

 

 
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