Lawrence Robinson, 28, was shot on the night of April 28, 2025, in Phoenix and later died of his wounds. Police responded about 10:10 p.m. to an apartment complex on North 42nd Avenue after reports of a shooting; emergency crews transported Robinson to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Officers on scene identified a potential suspect and took 25-year-old Correy Cooks Jr. into custody. After witness interviews and evidence collection, Cooks was booked on a charge of second-degree murder in connection with Robinson’s death. The investigation into what led to the shooting is ongoing.

If anyone witnessed the incident at North 42nd Avenue on April 28 or has information about Robinson’s final hours, please share what is known with Phoenix police.