Man Hospitalized With Serious Injuries After South Phoenix Shooting Near Central and Southern Avenues

What police say happened

A man was hospitalized with “very serious” injuries after a shooting reported in south Phoenix near the intersection of Central Avenue and Southern Avenue, according to information released by Phoenix police.

Investigators said the shooting was reported at about 5:30 p.m. on a Friday evening. Officers responding to calls in the area were directed by witnesses to an injured man. Police said the victim was taken to a hospital and was expected to survive.

Victim and suspect information released so far

Phoenix police identified the victim as a 30-year-old man who was known to the suspect. Authorities did not release the victim’s name.

Police said a 39-year-old man, Francisco Nunez Carillo, was arrested the following day. He was booked on aggravated assault and other felony charges. Authorities have not publicly detailed what investigators believe led to the shooting, what type of firearm was used, or whether the incident occurred inside a residence, outdoors, or in or near a vehicle.

Where the investigation stands

Police have not released information indicating whether there were additional suspects, nor have they announced any allegations of self-defense. Court proceedings, including an initial appearance and future hearings, are expected to clarify the allegations, potential witness accounts, and any evidence supporting the charges.

Authorities have not indicated whether the case is being treated as a targeted incident between people who knew each other or whether it posed a broader threat to the public. Investigators also have not disclosed whether the shooting stemmed from an earlier dispute, whether there was any domestic relationship, or whether drugs or alcohol were suspected factors.

Key verified facts

• The shooting was reported near Central Avenue and Southern Avenue in south Phoenix.
• Police said the call came in around 5:30 p.m. on a Friday.
• The victim, a 30-year-old man, was hospitalized with very serious injuries and was expected to survive.
• A 39-year-old suspect, Francisco Nunez Carillo, was arrested the following day.
• Police said the suspect faces aggravated assault and other felony charges.

As the case moves forward, additional details are expected to emerge through formal charging documents and court records, which typically provide a fuller account of the timeline, witness statements, and alleged motive.

The investigation remains ongoing. Phoenix police have not released a detailed narrative of events leading up to the shooting or a description of any evidence collected at the scene.