By admin TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) – Authorities are investigating a likely road rage shooting near Interstate 10 and Ina Road on Thursday, Oct. 1.
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The Marana Police Department said the suspect was detained, and the victim was transported to the hospital with serious injuries.
The MPD said officers responded to the area around 3:30 p.m. after getting reports of a shooting.
One person who called 911 said they heard gunshots and saw someone fall to the ground.
The Interstate 10 westbound off-ramp at Ina was closed for several hours due to the investigation, but was back open before 10 p.m.
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Anyone with information is asked to call 88-CRIME or contact the Marana Police Department at [email protected].
It is the second shooting in Marana this week.
On Monday, Sept. 28, 55-year-old Charles Whipple was arrested after allegedly shooting someone in the drive-through of the In-N-Out.
The MPD said Whipple is facing charges of attempted second-degree murder and endangerment. As of Oct. 1, he was being held on a $150,000 bond.
During his court appearance, Whipple said he is self-employed and is a former police officer and Navy veteran.
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