Steven Rena Stone Jr., 44, was fatally shot in Phoenix in the late hours of Friday, January 16, 2026. Officers were called to the area near the intersection of I-17 and Camelback Road just before 11 p.m. after reports of gunfire. He was found with at least one gunshot wound, taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, and later died there.

Phoenix Police Homicide Detectives are handling the investigation. No suspects or motives have been publicly identified, and the case remains active. A reward is being offered for information that leads to an arrest; authorities are asking anyone with tips to contact the Phoenix Police Department or provide anonymous information through Silent Witness.

If anyone knew Steven, saw activity near I-17 and Camelback Road that night, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.