Johnathan Joel Rosenlund, 44, was shot and killed in south Phoenix on the night of August 3, 2025. Police were called about a shooting near 24th Avenue and Broadway Road at about 9:43 p.m.; officers found Rosenlund with a fatal gunshot wound and Phoenix Fire Department medics pronounced him dead at the scene. Homicide detectives secured the area, collected evidence and interviewed witnesses.

Two adult males were detained at the scene and later taken to Phoenix Police Department headquarters for interviews; both were released after questioning. The investigation is ongoing, and any charging decisions will be made by the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office.

Rosenlund, known as JJ or Jaybird, was born July 30, 1981, in Elko, Nevada. He worked in steel and supervised others in construction, enjoyed Hot Rods and Lowriders, and spent time outdoors riding near Success Loop in Ely. He is survived by his mother, two children, his companion and other family members. If anyone witnessed the shooting or has information about what happened that evening, please come forward.