Jesse Benich Identified as Victim killed in Fatal West Phoenix Alleyway Shooting

Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a man in a west Phoenix alleyway on Tuesday morning. The victim, identified as 53-year-old Jesse Benich, was discovered by police in the vicinity of 7th Avenue and Solano Drive after officers responded to a welfare check at approximately 6:50 a.m.

According to the Phoenix Police Department, officers arrived at the scene to find Benich unresponsive, having sustained at least one gunshot wound. Despite efforts to revive him, Benich was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death is ongoing, with police treating the incident as a homicide.

Benich’s death has sent shockwaves through the local community, with residents expressing concerns about safety in the area. One neighbor, who asked to remain anonymous, said, “It’s unsettling to think something like this could happen so close to home. We’ve always felt safe here, but now, I’m not so sure.” The area around 7th Avenue and Solano Drive is typically quiet, making the violence all the more alarming for those living nearby.

In response to the incident, Phoenix police are urging anyone with information to come forward. They have emphasized the importance of community cooperation in solving cases like this and are encouraging anyone who might have seen or heard something unusual around the time of the shooting to report it. Individuals can contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO for Spanish speakers. Tips can remain anonymous, and rewards are available for information leading to an arrest.

The investigation is still in its early stages, and police have not yet identified any suspects or established a motive for the shooting. However, detectives are following up on several leads and are hopeful that more information will come to light as the case progresses.

Jesse Benich’s death marks another tragic loss to gun violence in Phoenix, highlighting the ongoing issue of crime in certain areas of the city. As authorities work to bring those responsible to justice, the community is left grappling with the reality of the situation and the need for increased vigilance.