David Perez was 20 when he was shot and killed in Phoenix in the early morning hours of April 25, 2023. Police responded to a shooting call just after 6:00 a.m. near 2500 West Maryland Avenue and found Perez with a gunshot wound. He was taken to a hospital but died of his injuries.

Investigators say the person or persons responsible fled before officers arrived. The Phoenix Police Department’s homicide unit is leading the investigation and no suspects or arrests have been publicly identified. Detectives have asked the public for information that could lead to an arrest.

If anyone has information about Perez, his movements that morning, or the area around West Maryland Avenue, please contact the Phoenix Police Department.