Authorities identify man killed in St. David shooting

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office has identified the man killed in a shooting in St. David on Sunday, Aug. 30.

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On Wednesday, Sept. 2, the CCSO said 67-year-old Daniel Elzy was the person who was shot by a homeowner after allegedly trying to break in.

The CCSO said Elzy, of St. David, died at the scene despite lifesaving measures by the Benson Police Department.

The homeowner told investigators he was inside the house with his family when he heard what sounded like a window breaking. He checked his security system and noticed Elzy outside.

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The man said when he walked into his living room, he saw a shadow near a window that “appeared to be someone trying to break in.” The homeowner said he shot the person who was outside.

No one inside the home was injured, including the shooter’s two small children.

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