Michael Loving Jr was 16 when he was found shot inside a vehicle in west Phoenix on the evening of January 25, 2021. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Family and friends described him as kind and genuine; he attended Copper Canyon High School and worked at Little Caesar’s Pizza and Another Level Barber Shop.

Phoenix Police investigators identified and took a suspect into custody within a day of the discovery. The quick arrest was presented as a step toward accountability, but the community remained grieving the loss of a young life described as bright and full of promise.

If anyone knew Michael, saw him that evening, or has information about what happened, please share what you know with the Phoenix Police.