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UPDATE 6:30 p.m.
TPD has confirmed that four people were killed in this incident. One of the victims was Pima County Justice Precinct 8 Constable Deborah Martinez-Garibay, 43, appointed to the vacant position by the Board of Supervisors earlier this year in March.
Martinez-Garibay was serving an eviction notice at the complex, but additional details are still unknown.
One of the others killed was a Lind Commons employee. The third victim is currently unknown.
Officers conducted an honors ceremony on the scene a little after 6 p.m. when they moved her body to the Medical Examiner's Office for an autopsy.
Just watched the honors ceremony as Tucson Police officers escorted the constable’s body out if the Lind Commons Apartment Complex. Her name is Deborah Martinez-Garibay. She was killed in a shooting, along with three others. pic.twitter.com/LcrjGJXpZ6
— Perla Shaheen (@perlashaheen) August 26, 2022
The shooting suspect also died at the scene.
I’m heartbroken to learn the news that our Pima County Constable, Deborah Martinez, was killed while doing her job today. Deborah was a great public servant and notable advocate for veterans, may we honor her life and commitment to our community.
— Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (@RepKirkpatrick) August 26, 2022
The Pima County Board of Supervisors at its March 15 meeting appointed Deborah Martinez-Garibay to fill the vacant constable position in Justice Precinct 8. Martinez-Garibay, an Army veteran and Tucson native, was appointed on a 4-0 vote with one abstention. pic.twitter.com/rKfRyowWxj
— Official Pima County (@pimaarizona) March 15, 2022
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The Tucson Police Department (TPD) has responded to reports of a shooting.
Officers say the shooting happened around 11:15 a.m. at the Lind Commons Apartments, 3493 E. Lind Rd.
According to the TPD, SWAT officers had to negotiate with a hostage situation. They confirm at least one victim is involved, plus multiple injuries.
KGUN 9 has learned no arrests were made yet, and the original threat is diminished. TPD will release more information, including the names of the victims, once families have been notified.
This is an active scene currently under investigation, with 50-100 officers coming in and out of the apartments formerly known as Palo Verde Terrace.
Regarding the shooting incident in the 3400 block of E. Lind Rd. We can confirm a homicide investigation is underway. Out of respect for those involved we cannot confirm any names or details until next of kin has been notified. A media release will be completed soon. pic.twitter.com/N6b962kEtT
— Tucson Police Dept (@Tucson_Police) August 25, 2022
On-scene authorities told KGUN 9 officers did not open fire during the shooting, nor did police fire any bullets after.
Though the SWAT team has left, investigators will remain at the scene all day.
KGUN 9 has a team on the scene reporting updates as they become available.
Please stay with us for continuing coverage.
RELATED: Flags at all state buildings will be at half-staff in honor of Constable Deborah Martinez
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Perla Shaheen is a reporter for KGUN 9. Perla graduated in May 2020 from the University of California, Berkeley, where she majored in Political Science. Share your story ideas and important issues with Perla by emailing perla.shaheen@kgun9.com or by connecting on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
