Samuel Casas, 30, was shot and killed during a robbery on August 7, 2021, while in his vehicle near Seventh Avenue and Bell Road in north Phoenix. Emergency responders found him with life-threatening injuries; he was taken to a hospital and did not survive.

Casas was a father to an 8-year-old son, Jayden, and family members described him as a happy man who was always willing to help family and friends. Phoenix police opened an investigation into the fatal shooting that led to the arrest of one suspect; family members said they believed others might remain at large. The shooting rattled the neighborhood and prompted renewed talks about local safety and cooperation with law enforcement.

If anyone knew Samuel, saw activity around Seventh Avenue and Bell Road that morning, or has information about the robbery, please come forward.