David Sepulveda Chavez, 38, was found dead at his Phoenix home near Cave Creek Road and Union Hills Drive on the afternoon of December 1, 2022. Emergency responders from the Phoenix Fire Department pronounced him dead at the scene after he sustained a fatal gunshot wound. The Phoenix Police Department’s Homicide Bureau opened an investigation, which remains active.

Described as a funny, charismatic man who loved adventure, Chavez was a hardworking husband and father of two daughters. His family and community are grieving while detectives seek information; no suspects have been publicly named or arrested. The department has asked anyone with knowledge to contact the Phoenix Police Department or submit anonymous tips through Silent Witness.

If anyone knew David, saw activity in that neighborhood on December 1, 2022, or has information that could help, please come forward.