Darius Anthony Rain, 28, was shot in the head just after midnight on September 1, 2024, during a family gathering near 2400 West Voltaire Avenue in Phoenix. Paramedics transported Rain to a nearby hospital, where he later died. He was identified as Hispanic/Latino.

Police say the shooting began after a family fight escalated. A male individual at the scene surrendered to officers and was detained by the Phoenix Police Department. During questioning the man told investigators he had shot Rain and claimed self-defense. Homicide detectives processed the scene, collected evidence and interviewed witnesses; the case has been forwarded to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office for review of possible charges and the investigation remains ongoing.

If anyone who knew Darius or who was at that gathering has information that might help investigators, please come forward.